If you've ever taken six kids (three of which don't swim) to the pool then you will understand when I say that it's not one of my most favorite outings. A few times this summer I was able to take just the three big kids and was so pleasantly surprised to be reminded that the pool can actually be fun! Who knew that one could swim around and actually play and have fun at the pool?! Maybe I stress out around water more than the average mother, but if you think I'm overreacting then you've never been responsible for watching Jack at the pool.
I made a vow to myself that I would not take all six to the pool by myself and I only broke that vow a couple of times. But like I've said a thousand times, everything is more fun with dad around and pool trips are no different.
I'm thankful that we have access to a great pool just a few houses down from us. I am thankful that said pool is enclosed by a gate that needs a code in order to open. I am thankful that we made it through the summer of pool trips with all of our children still living and with my sanity (mostly) intact.
I made a vow to myself that I would not take all six to the pool by myself and I only broke that vow a couple of times. But like I've said a thousand times, everything is more fun with dad around and pool trips are no different.
I'm thankful that we have access to a great pool just a few houses down from us. I am thankful that said pool is enclosed by a gate that needs a code in order to open. I am thankful that we made it through the summer of pool trips with all of our children still living and with my sanity (mostly) intact.