Baby,
It was your first time swimming at the pool tonight. This spring has been so long in arriving. I piled you and the big kids into the minivan after school, and figured I'd take my chances supervising the rowdiest four kids in town. I didn't expect you to be terrified! I just walked into the water with you in my arms, and your arms wrapped around me for dear life. Your face collapsed in tears, and your siblings and I didn't know what to do.
After about 15 minutes, we climbed out of the pool and watched from the sidelines while your teeth chattered and you warmed up in a few gym towels.
Later, we tried again. This time, you started sitting on the sidelines of the zero-entry area, getting used to the idea of the pool. (Apparently a professional mom should have figured this was the best approach.) You were much happier. You smiled cautiously, and wandered about with a dive-stick in your mouth.
I can hear you peeping in the crib upstairs right now. I guess it's time for real instead of virtual parenting.
Thanks for today, my little Frank. You are such a sweet, sweet part of our family.
Love, Mama
It was your first time swimming at the pool tonight. This spring has been so long in arriving. I piled you and the big kids into the minivan after school, and figured I'd take my chances supervising the rowdiest four kids in town. I didn't expect you to be terrified! I just walked into the water with you in my arms, and your arms wrapped around me for dear life. Your face collapsed in tears, and your siblings and I didn't know what to do.
After about 15 minutes, we climbed out of the pool and watched from the sidelines while your teeth chattered and you warmed up in a few gym towels.
Later, we tried again. This time, you started sitting on the sidelines of the zero-entry area, getting used to the idea of the pool. (Apparently a professional mom should have figured this was the best approach.) You were much happier. You smiled cautiously, and wandered about with a dive-stick in your mouth.
I can hear you peeping in the crib upstairs right now. I guess it's time for real instead of virtual parenting.
Thanks for today, my little Frank. You are such a sweet, sweet part of our family.
Love, Mama
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