Living just a few miles from the beach, my children have little to no experience swimming in an actual swimming pool. All 'swimming' that has taken place up to this point has mostly been splashing about in the water along the shore. We thought it would be a good idea to work on some real swimming skills and so we took the older children to the Santa Monica College Pool to give it a whirl. Henry, who needs lots of gentle nudging to do anything new and out of his comfort zone, took some major convincing. In the end, he agreed and we got him in the pool. Kate & Henry could both touch the floor of the pool which eased their fears (and the noodles totally helped.) Then, something magical happend: we couldn't get him out.
I mean like we were all out of the pool, dry with our clothes on ready to go and he still wouldn't get out. They were closing and then finally, finally he got out. He had such a great time (we all did) and I think we need to get to the pool more often. The summer here in LA has been miserable and in Santa Monica it's even worse. We've lacked the hot, hot summer days that we've been dreaming about all year long. It seems like were mid-70's at best and as soon as you cross over into Santa Monica it's always overcast & chilly. Completely lame. 
I've been thinking a lot about Leanne's post about LIVING and how amidst all the heartache that life often throws our way that we have the choice to live life. She's given me new found inspiration and determination to make the best of what we've got. To live each day and moment to the fullest. To hold dear what's really important.
Jason & Kim: You are our best friends in the entire world. We love you. You already know that, but I just want you to hear it from us again.
Ryan & Leanne- our hearts break for you. We continue to pray for you all daily.
xo
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