Every summer I have the kids take swimming lessons. I feel it is one of those important 'life skills' that kids need to have. I think it is also a fun activity for the kids to do for the summer.
This was the first year Joseph took swimming lessons. He had a fabulous time. He was so excited to be in the water and playing that I was always vigilant about watching him to make sure he didn't go too far into the water while he was waiting his turn. I know, you think that is what lifeguards are for. After having to go in after him one time, I decided that the lifeguard that looks about 12 isn't quite competent to watch a group of little ones!
Miriam had another good year. She is my cautious child, and swimming lessons are definitely out of her comfort zone. But she was really trying to do the things the instructor asked her to do, and on the last day, she even jumped off the side of the pool into the deep end! She enjoyed being in the water and showing off doing bobs and blowing bubbles in the water to me while she waited her turn to go with the teacher.
Rebecca is becoming a good little swimmer. She really enjoyed her developing skills. Her confidence exceeded her abilities after the lesson, which made me really nervous. It was neat to see her feel more comfortable in the water and figuring out how her body moves in the water. Rebecca even jumped off the diving board a few times this summer.
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