Swimming

Yesterday Elizabeth and I drove to Gilbert to visit Jeff, Lisa, and James and swim at Lisa's parents. Upon our arrival James was wound up and excited. He had a box of toys that he wanted to give to Little Bits and he did a great job showing her how to use all of them. We soon ate lunch and then loaded up to go swimming.

We quickly discovered that Elizabeth is a FISH! She wanted nothing to do with me holding her in the water and thought she could swim. After a few attempts to get away from me I let her go just to see what she'd do. She kicked her legs while paddling her legs and brought herself to the surface... smiling the entire time! She is not afraid of the water and smiled the entire time she was "swimming."

That settles it .... we'll be spending a lot of time at the pool in our neighborhood! On the days Elizabeth does not go to Sonia's we'll be there at least once a day. Hopefully Jim will be able to join us on Fridays.

James is going to be such a great big brother when his little sister arrive in October. Whenever Elizabeth needed something he wanted to help. He's a great diaper changing helper! Lisa and Jeff went to a movie to celebrate their 10th anniversary which left James, Elizabeth, and I on our own for dinner and bedtime. Two kids is a handful, but I managed! Fortunately both kids are great! Jeff invited me back anytime I want this summer; I think its more of a winning arrangement for them than I. I love visiting and traveling so I am sure Elizabeth and I will return several times this summer!

Our summer is off to a relaxing start. Next week Elizabeth starts her part time schedule at Sonia's of Mondays and Thursdays. In just two short weeks we'll be in Indiana and visiting the lake house where I grew up.