Swimming

Anna continues to love the water. She's getting better at the dunking even though she still reaches for Dave every time I do it! She's definitely closing her mouth better and doesn't protest quite as much before and after the dunking. I've also taken to dropping her in the water from the edge while Dave catches her. She's not quite a fan but remarkably doesn't cry. She just once again reaches for Dave and says 'no' when she thinks I'm going to do it again.

In order to encourage a little independence in the water, we've taught her how to hang onto the edge of the pool. She even started to kick her a feet a little last night when prompted. I think most of her focus is still to hanging on for dear life, but it's still a good exercise for her arms, neck and back. So even if she doesn't kick at all, at least it's a different way to strengthen her core muscles. It also helps her get used to getting her face wet because inevitably she dips her mouth in before she musters up the strength to pull herself up.

Another great thing about the pool is that we've met a really nice family from First Mountain there. Their son Tate recognized Anna in the baby pool. And his little sister Sophie made quick friends with Anna by giving her some goldfish to eat. We've only run into them at the pool in time for a quick chat, but hopefully we'll get to know them a little better throughout the remainder of the summer.