It would seem that my expression of choice this winter has been “can’t warm up my core!” Once I get a chill, I can’t seem to shake it no matter how many layers i put on, or “Blankies” I put over me. However, there is ONE thing that seems to turn it all around and I’m almost too embarrassed to say. You see, years ago, we had a hot tub and about 10-15 minutes soaking in that and your “inner-core” was heated up, so much so, when you went to get out, you could stand there outside in the cold covering the tub up and never get a chill.
So, earlier this winter, I was out in the driveway for a couple hours, shoveling and clearing snow. When I came inside, I could not warm back up. Remembering the hot tub days, i decided to try taking a hot bath. I mean, i took baths when I was a kid, but as an adult, not so much. I gotta tell you though, Its my new secret indulgence. Sure I’d love to get another hot tub, but, a regular bath is a lot cheaper way to go. Do i feel like a 90 year-old grandpa when I do it? Sure do! but I’m still going to do it. As a matter of fact, I’m thinking about it right now as I’m leaving work at -19 with a windchill of -28!
Shhhh! Please don’t tell anyone about me and rubber duckie….
