Well, today’s trip into the swamp went much better, and I had a good time. The difference was probably down to a good night’s sleep.
I picked out some translucent, purple, latex briefs for this trip, and I brought my breathing tube, so I could stay under for a while. My plan was to sink head-first as deep as I could. You would be surprised at how difficult it is to breathe when your head is even a few feet below the surface of the mud. The first problem is that the mud pushes my nostrils shut, so it takes an effort to force air out of my nose. I have to be able to breathe out my nose, or I can’t draw any fresh air into the hose. I breathe in through my mouth and out through my nose, insuring that fresh air is always being drawn down the tube and into my lungs.
Obviously, the deeper I go, the more difficult it gets to draw a breath, and the more difficult it gets to force my nostrils to open. I didn’t get as deep as I had hoped I would. I was up to my hips at the deepest point. My goal was to bury my knees. Maybe next time I’ll try harder. It’s a little weird, being upside down in thick mud, completely blind and disoriented, and struggling to breath.
I came up and played with myself for a while, and repeated the inversion a couple more times. I grabbed a rope when I got out to reset my cameras, and used it to tie my genitals to my ankles, before diving headfirst, again.
I recorded a lot of video. I haven’t had time to review it all, but the images in this post came from the video. I’m pretty sure there will be at least 15 minutes of interesting action, but, even if the video turned out poorly, I had a great time in the mud. The mud in that spot is perfect. It’s thick, deep, and expansive.
Hi Doug
I’m really hoping all is well with you
I was worried at the content of your last posting and especially the title of the last two
you produce some fantastic stuff and i wouldn’t want to see you becoming ill in any way
I know only too well the horror of serious mental problems having been a long term sufferer of depression myself
My thought prayers and best wishes are out there for you
Be well mate
No worries, Andy. I was using the “Bipolar” title metaphorically. I have had serious bouts of depression in the past, but I am doing alright, now.
That’s great news Doug
I did think that might be the case but felt I should let you know in any event
Looking forward to lots of good stuff from you
I’m always happy to see a new video from your adventures. And, you always select great gear for your sinkings. From the photos you added to this message, I’m sure looking forward to your next video…the trunks look great, by the way. By the way, don’t worry about the quality…over the years I’ve always thought those videos which you thought were of lesser quality (by your standards) were usually way above what many others consider superior quality. So, I’m looking forward to whatever YOU decide to put into a video. I don’t think I’ve ever been disappointed when you offer us a new video. You’ve got a really committed customer here.
Thanks, Dolphin. Obviously, the best videos are the ones where I’m in my element and having a good time. I am sad when the video quality is poor, because I feel like even the best video in the world can’t capture what it felt like to be there. I just want the best possible shot.
In case anyone is paying attention, I changed the title of this post from “Bipolar” to “A Much Better Day”, to prevent confusion, and avoid giving the impression that I’m making light of a real psychological issue. That title just didn’t look right in my blog.