What’s the best thing about saunas?

Ahhh — the sound of water hissing on the rocks. The smell of pine, cedar, birch (even after the “new sauna” smell is gone. I love the abrupt change of temperatures when I can jump in a lake — super-hot to chilly — which is hard to explain to non-enthusiasts.

A different plus are the things I appreciate about sauna — the relaxation which comes afterwards which brings release from everyday irritations and solutions to problems. Sleeping well after the sauna, soft skin ... that list could go on.

And then there’s the evening sauna. Sweet!

I’ll bet it’s different love for every one — grandpas, adults, teens, little kids. What say you?

Nikki

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For a personally inscribed copy, send $20 (which includes tax and shipping costs) to: Nikki Rajala, P.O. Box 372, Rockville, Minnesota 56369.