Not a bad 4th. We woke early this morning in excitement of a morning at the pool with the Balls. Samuel is Joseph’s little friend, who invited us to a morning at the neighborhood pool. Joseph, in a fit of joy, changed straight out of his pajamas into his bathing suit. We were at the pool by 10. I’ve spent many a day in my teenage years as a swim instructor so I decided today to do a mini swim lesson with Joseph. The first lesson is always getting comfortable with the water. I’d say Joseph learned it. The favorite activity of the day was Joseph jumping into the pool, where it is over his head, and sinking like a rock until Daddy pulled him out. I’d decided to see if he would freak out if I didn’t pick him up immediately. Nope, just stayed there, submerged and all, waiting for me to pluck him out. There is something to say for our childhood trust in our daddy’s. Will didn’t take to the pool as well, though he absolutely loves baths. He has some time.
We spent the evening at a neighborhood 4th family celebration, replete with patriotic flags, hats, streamers, confetti, and other paraphernalia.
Happy Independence Day to all! May God bless America!