First Swim of the Summer

There is no town pool around here - and we don't have one. It's also been relatively cool for the normal temps - so I've been told. But the other day it was plenty warm and we were invited by some friends to go swimming. I gave away my maternity swim suit last year and didn't worry about getting one for this year because I figured it was really only about a month's worth of time - just not worth the money.

I put on some lightweight pants and shirt instead - not planning to swim, but to sit near Peter - maybe soak my feet - but wanted to be prepared in case something happened requiring a sudden plunge (like last summer).

We had a wonderful time. The girls didn't need swim vest this year - they were tall enough for the shallow area. Gabi put her swimming skills to use and stayed in the deeper section for most of it. Though it did start to be a strain for her after a couple of hours.

Jeremy had a blast going to wherever he wanted with the swim vest on - but was hard to get many pictures of. Gabi went diving for sticks, playing ball, and just swimming around. Beth practiced putting her face in the water and blowing out bubbles - and not starting to take a breath before coming up. She also practiced swimming where she could put her feet down when needed.

Jeremy and Peter both went out with Bob a few times - Jeremy, especially, learning to lay on his tummy and kick. And Peter stayed on the step as much as possible. He just kicked around for awhile, and then we managed to get him to sit on the top step. Near the time to leave, Peter decided he was "brave enough" to swim on the top step. For him, that really was a huge step!

All in all it was a wonderful afternoon out as a family with friends and enjoying the water!