Usually I have to work so fact the only part of me that is cold is my toes. Nearly lost them a few times to frostbite.
Great idea to work down into the compacted beach sand. I usually use lots of water and compact it into wooden or plastic forms so that I can make a block to carve out of and not have to kneel down but very good idea.
Thanks for your visit, I am really enjoying you stream of consciousness posts and artwork.