Springtime Swim ...

Even though this week was cool by "Phoenix in May" standards, we Phoenicians can feel the heat of summer barreling towards us, giving us extra incentive to be outside whenever possible. Springtime is my FAVORITE time to swim for so many reasons .... the kids are super excited about it after not being in the pool all winter, the water in our community pool has warmed up just enough, and it isn't too hot to sit next to the water if you so choose.

Remember how I said this stage with the boys is pretty fun and relatively easy (as compared with round the clock feedings and unsteady on their feet babes)? Another reason is found poolside ... these Barrett boys LOVE to swim and are pretty good at it for their respective ages. It's going to be such a fun swim summer having two kids that are basically pool safe (big props to Nana Mary Jane on that one!). They love jumping off the side and swimming to the steps over, and over again. Pure joy.

Several times a week our daily routine involves swim time and lunch at the pool - preferably with good friends to enjoy it with ...

Jared and Stella in the hot tub ...

Look closely ... can you see the two baby quail
that made an appearance at our little swim party?

Giana (Gigi) and Rowena (Nonie) eating some PB & J's

... lunching at the pool leaves my kitchen clean and by the time we get home and the kids rinsed off they are so, so tired. An added bonus of our little swim routine? The three hour naps that follow once we are home. ;-)