Swimming lessons

Monroe started swimming lessons on July 9th.  We had lessons every weeknight from 6:50-7:25 for two weeks.  The lessons were meant to acclimate Monroe to the water.  

Among other things, we worked on blowing bubbles and being comfortable on her tummy.

We took the lessons with some friends, which made going even more fun.  Jadyn, Paisley, and Landon swam with us each night.

John, Megan, and Jadyn

Travis, Ashley, and Paisley

Danielle and Landon (Kurtis was playing drums in the evenings)

 Monroe loved the water!

She didn't, however, like being underwater.  This is how she reacted when we dunked her.

 Monroe's favorite thing to do was jump in.  It was one of the skills we were supposed to work on, so we did it a lot.  She would help us count by saying "two".  As soon as she hit the water, she would say "up" to go again.

 On the last night of lessons, they turned on the water slide. 

 Mommy took the slide nice and slow.

 Then it was Daddy's turn...

I think she liked that ride a little better.

I am so glad our family did swimming lessons this summer.  It was a great time!