The Helfer Family: Saturdays at the Pool

So far for the month of June, we have spent our Saturday mornings at GG and Sasa’s pool. It’s hard to believe James’ very first pool day was two years ago and even how much he’s grown since last year. At this age, it’s like each season is their first.

He only wore those swimmies for about two minutes. I think their biggest appeal is cuteness.

I was curious to see how my water baby would do with the pool. Last year, he’d walk into the pool like he was just walking into another room. No fear and no understanding of the depth of water. This year {so far!} I feel like he has the perfect amount of love for the water and timidity.

It’s a little unnerving having him around water, but I love that he loves it so much. And although I am behind schedule, I’m going to get him into swimming lessons. Just as much for me as for him. You should have heard my pool rules. “Don’t go in the water without Mommy or Daddy… or Sasa… well, don’t go in without an adult…. an adult is a big person. Do you know that? OK… Who’s an adult?” I confused myself with my so called “pool rules,” and James looked at me like I was crazy.

As for now, we’re working on a few things. Like getting used to our face in the water and blowing bubbles.

Kicking.

Using our words “get out” when we want out, and using the steps and railing to get in and out.

No running.

And having lots of fun.

But out of everything, he mostly enjoys fishing.

He started “fisin” from the side of the pool with the noodles. But he prefers “fisin” from his boat.

There’s something relaxing about fishing, even when you’re pretending. We floated around for about 20 minutes. James has never been so calm.

So when we headed back to the pool today, we pulled out a fishing pole that’s been stashed away since a baby shower. And he was in heaven. I think he has a new calling… or hobby.