Swimming Lessons!

This summer we decided it was time for Thomas to have a few swim lessons. I really wasn't sure how Thomas was going to react to them, but I thought it was worth a try. The lessons were 40 minutes Monday to Thursday for 2 weeks. The first lesson was cancelled due to bad weather. Evidently there is a chance of electrocution even though it's an indoor pool. Not good. So, we came back the next day to begin. Thomas did surprisingly well. I never dreamed that he would be so willing to do the things the teacher was having us do. He quickly picked up how to float on his back and tummy and how to kick in both positions. But I think his favorite part was jumping off the side of the pool into Mommy's arms. I was really excited after that first night. Unfortunately it was short lived. The next night felt like I was pulling teeth to get him to do anything. He just wanted to cling to me... and he's a strong little boy! I guess he felt like he learned all he needed to learn in that first lesson. Thankfully we can take the things the teacher has gone over with us and practice it on our own through out the summer. I really do think Thomas will enjoy the water as he grows older. I don't know that he will ever get over disliking it being in his face, though. John was able to join us during the second week of lessons. And it just so happened that Michael and Cindy were there on that same night. You know what that means...photos! Thomas had his ups and downs during that lesson but I think over all he had a great time with Daddy. This is something we will definately do again next summer ~ before we move off to Boston, I guess.