Swimming lessons, swimming lessons -oh how I will be glad when you are over!
This was the kids before their first swimming lesson. They were optimistic.
This is after the first lesson. Taylor was still smiling and Chase was completely traumatized! He didn't cry but his lip was pouty the entire time. He even asked for a bathroom break and when the lady brought him out to me she made it VERY clear that this was the only day he would be allowed out and he would just have to hold it the rest of the days. This is no joke. As I was taking him to the bathroom he said, "I thought I don't really want to take swimming lessons after all" - it was the saddest thing I have ever seen in my life. But I quickly sent him back in.
The second day was a little worse for both. Taylor was happy to start but I definitely saw an "I want my mama" about halfway through. The ribbon helped her smile at the end.
The second day also started our reward trips to the dollar store. I am not above bribery. I have also rewarded myself with sweet tea each day. I hope they give me a certificate at the end too. It will be an accomplishment if we all make it!!
Taylor passed out after class. I'm pretty sure the emotional stress is more tiring than the physical exercise! I'm completely conflicted as to whether these classes are a good idea or a terrible one. Part of me says it's good for them to do something they don't like and they will feel a sense of accomplishment at the end and supposedly they'll be able to swim. Another part of me says what good is if for them to know how to swim if they end up hating/fearing swimming because of the lessons?!?!
The only redeeming moment comes at the end of each class. Despite the fact that they both look completely miserable before and during class, they both come out all smiles and say that class was "great". I think that's the hardest part for me - they look so pathetic but they do everything they're supposed to. I can't explain it, but it has definitely worn me out!!
Taylor was having some goggle trouble!
The closest Chase comes to a smile all class....getting out of the pool!
Swimming lessons have somehow made our schedule crazy despite the fact that it only takes an hour of our day. Chase has been missing Bryce so he drew this picture of "what it would look like if Bryce and I could play together" - so sad. Bryce is supposed to come over today.
Taylor had her recital rehearsal on Thursday. I have a video that I'll try to get on here soon. Today is the big show, but of course, no video or pictures allowed today!
Her hair - I have to admit I've admired my work here. We do pretty good.
And because Taylor got a close up.....Chase had to show off too!
On the big stage for the first time. I'm pretty sure she's going to do just fine today!
We also finally made it to one of Kaleb's baseball games. Chase was super-excited to watch him play. Now he's ready to play too.
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