I am afraid I misjudged you... you seemed violent and cold... and the last thing I thought I would do on Saturday is end up completely submerged in you. Mind you, it took a lot of talking and for a while it seemed too much talking would put an end to the chance I'd ever feel your embrace.

In the end, you welcomed me and my friends. And I am proud to say that we did it. Although it was only a matter of seconds, the feeling of exhilaration that accompanied our plunge far outweighed the moments of fear and horrible anticipation that preceded it. I'll see YOU again New Years Day. —Newly refreshed passenger on the Polar express