Bode had a swim-lesson today. Last week, Ashley took him, and it wasn't pretty. He cried the whole time, and didn't do anything productive. All week, Ashley has been talking to Bode about being a good swimmer at this week's lesson. He promised he would swim and wouldn't cry. True to his word, the little fellow did everything, and did it with a smile even though he was still a little scared of the water.
First up, we have Mommy and Bode right after getting in the pool. Note the death-grip Bode has around Mommy's neck. He wasn't crying or complaining, but he didn't want to be an inch away from Mommy.
With a little sweet talking, Mommy was able to get Bode to loosen up a bit. Here's the two of them sharing a laugh.
Blowing bubbles is always a favorite.
Following the bubble-blowing was some exercise with the barbells (the floatable kind). He really got into splashing with his legs.
The last big trick was jumping in from the side. He wasn't near as daring as some of the other kids. At one point, he yelled, "Mommy come closer!" In the end, Ashley was able to get Bode to jump (fall) to her. He even said, "This is fun!" so he must have been enjoying himself.
All in all, it was a good lesson. We'll see if he regresses next time. Beautiful day here in Dayton. Hot, humid, and sunny. Ashley spent the day purring on the patio. Pleasant day to all.
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