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| Will and I are hanging out on the sidelines at Graham’s class! |
I’m at a loss for words. I thought I’d have something witty, silly, smart or otherwise to share with you about Week Five of our swim lessons at Charlotte Aquatics. But, I got nothin’. Things are going just swimmingly. Woo hoo. I did it. A pun.
Seriously though, over the first several weeks of swim lessons, we’ve had tears, drama, and a little bit of biting. There has been laughter and splashing, water play and ball throwing. Yep, it’s been a roller coaster ride. And all of the sudden… calmness.
This week, the boys did exactly as told. Will smiled, splashed and played with the ball that I always kept within arm’s reach. He went underwater, and even just for a second or two, floated on his back. There was however, a screamer in the midst. For once, it wasn’t Will. I just looked over at the baby’s mom and told her, “Trust me, I understand. We’ve been there. No one else is bothered. Next week will be different.” She smiled at me, then continued to try and distract her frustrated babe. When you’re in a beginner’s swim class with babies, you will get your turn. For once, it wasn’t mine!
Graham’s class at Charlotte Aquatics also went seamlessly. Last week went really well, but I wasn’t sure if it was because I hid in another room. This week I was there, front and center. And, it was totally fine. He did everything as instructed. And you know what? He even managed to pass on to the next level. I NEVER would have guessed that would have happened on Day 1 of our lessons.
And to prove that all is going well (’cause I wouldn’t believe me either), here’s a video of big man doing his “swimming.” Sorry for the cruddy iPhone video. Need to start carrying my flip cam with me!
Want to learn more about swim lessons at Charlotte Aquatics Center? Click here for more info. I was given the fabulous opportunity to send my children to these classes in exchange for my feedback and reviews, however as always all opinions are my own.
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