Here's Lookin' At You, Kid

You Reckon I'm Goggle-Eyed?

Photograph copyright: DAVID McMAHON

Sometimes you see a photo opportunity where you least expect it. These goggles were on display at our local swim centre. You could say they caught my eye! So I asked permission to take this shot and then went back to the car to get my camera. And if you're wondering just how hardy we Aussies are and how we steel ourselves to swim in the dead of winter, relax. There's a simple explanation. It's an indoor centre. Mind you, there is a group of dedicated swimmers here in Melbourne who go swimming every morning in the bay, even when there's a heavy frost. Naturally enough, they call themselves The Icebergers. Me? I love the cold, but I'm not game to get into my Speedos when there's ice on the car.