Here is the one that has hit my hometown works: Someone challenges another person to jump in a river or creek or bathtub full of ice. Those who accept the challenge pay $20 to the charity of their choice. Those who don’t accept pay $100 to the charity of their challenger’s choice.
The following link is an article covering this challenge in a nearby town. http://www.ky3.com/news/local/24-hour-cold-water-challenge-dives-into-marshfield/21048998_25294316
Many of all ages have taken the plunge and it wasn't long before I was challenged. It's for a great cause so today I completed the 24 Hour Cold Water Challenge (with time to spare!)
My Club Team's Pool
Preparing to Embark
As you can see from the pictures, I really added my own twist. Some might say that a pool isn't cold enough and I kind of would have to agree. The thing is whole else that did this challenge spent an hour driving to location, then an hour and a half in the water of a pool feed by a hose (although not freezing today), and after yet an hour drive home? Go the extra mile, right? (I did take a cold shower after since I deviated from the actually challenge so much. It was freezing, but as in a locker room I couldn't get any footage. The younger swimmers thought it was hilarious and tried it too!) The organization I am donating to is Amor Ministries and I challenge you, my reader. I know that monetary means are not always readily available so I challenge you to give your time. No money can buy a 25 hour day so the gift of time is very valuable. Or you can give a donation of words, encouragement can bring someone up and is a very strong tool. Or you can give as much as your heart leads. In one form or another pay it forward.
I say, "Challenge you" because as an competitive person this motivates me, but I also want to "Inspire you!"
Acts 20:35
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