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Sunday, July 13, 2008
Swimming is Really Cool

Posted in Daughters

Rubber took swim lessons this summer to improve the skills she already had and to gain more confidence in the water.  I wouldn't have thought that 4 lessons could have increased her confidence so much, but it really did. 

10_9.jpg Rubber swim lessons 2008 picture by toby0131

We went with semi-private lessons and while they are more expensive, just look at the results.  She wouldn't have gone under water without her googles on before, let alone open her eyes!

17_16.jpg The girls picture by toby0131

She had 3 others in her class and they all were relatively the same skill level.  Her loving, but firm teacher, Ms. Sunshine was a jewel.  She didn't take no gruff and had a brief, but important talk with them my Rubber, about not using the words, "I can't."  They were only allowed to say, "I will try!"  That is an excellent philosophy for much of the world today! 

16_15.jpg The swim class picture by toby0131

We took her to practice her new skills on Saturday, and she proudly showed her Daddy how she could now swim across the pool unassisted!  She spent the rest of the time on Juggler's back, diving for the dive toys!  She's on her way now; only two more littles to get trained  comfortable in the pool.


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Sunday, July 13, 2008 - Good job

Posted by smmagers


Wow Rubber did great! She looks like a fish! I tried to teach my baby,it did not work! At 16 she can swim in a pool, but thats all. Good luck keeping her out of the water!! God Bless, mj


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Tuesday, July 15, 2008 - Little Woman

Posted by Anonymous


Thats my sister!!! Yeah little rubber I am so proud of you. Mostly I can't wait until you show me your new skills.
I miss you so much
LOVE
Big sis
Sarah


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Friday, July 25, 2008 - swimming

Posted by Anonymous


What wonderful pictures! Glad the girls are doing so well.
:) Allison


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