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The neighborhood gem

We have lived in our current place for about 2.5 years. Sunday marked the first time EVER that we walked to the neighborhood park and participated in open swim at the pool. I don't know why it took so long... maybe because we're not usually here on the weekends? Not sure. But Sunday was such a gorgeous day that we couldn't resist the urge to be outside but this preggo needed to be cool. I mentioned the pool and called to find out deets (hours, type of swim, fee, etc) and we slipped on our suits & were out the door in no time! We had been working all morning to assemble baby gear and catch up on laundry so we welcomed the break. We spent about an hour soaking up the sun and floating around in the water.

We really aren't going anywhere (no more trips to the cabin or Green Bay for me) between now and the baby's arrival so I suspect that if the weather is nice, we'll be more likely to consider the pool.  Hey, it's clean, free, and close to home. Can't go wrong with that combo! And I loved that it's actually deep (up to 8 feet) so you don't feel like you're in a splash pad.

The buoyancy was totes worth it. 

Xoxo
Momma Porch
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  1. AmieJuly 14, 2014 at 1:28 PM

    Swimming sounds so nice! When I grow up I want a house with a pool in the backyard! haha

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