Holiday Blues

A couple of years back I had the opportunity to join a group of divers from Singapore on an adventure to Thailand. It was the week of Christmas 2012 when we set sail for the Similan Islands, via liveaboard. Let me just say, sinking beneath the waves on Christmas day was certainly one of the coolest gifts this diver could conjure up.

But generally, not a whole lot of diving takes place at this time of year if you happen to be one of the many who live in a landlocked location. Traveling at this time of year (for whatever reason) isn't practical. The cost of flights become ridiculous, the airport congestion is a nightmare, and of course, there are those festive holiday parties you don't want to miss. For those that do have a chance to get in the water and dive in December, I envy your persistence.

While in recent years we have remained at home for the holidays, I have tried to come up with ways to keep the ocean nearby. If you are like me and going through diving withdrawal here are a few ideas to lift your spirits.  

Marine Inspired Christmas Ornaments:

Taking a virtual holiday with an ocean documentary or watching the hilarious comedy The Life Aquatic:

Watching "The 12 Sharks of Christmas" by Julie Ouimet of N2 Pix:

The 12 Sharks of Christmas from Julie Ouimet - N2 Pix on Vimeo.




And don't forget the Christmas cookies! I found these adorable crab cookies over at: Sweet Sugar Belle and I must admit these little guys are on the agenda this holiday season. They work well with the red and green Christmas theme. Perhaps a sea turtle will suffice for the colour green?!

Photo Credit: SweetSugarBelle.com