So we are finally back home. We had a great trip which included visiting several countries in Europe. We mixed in some fun, historic, and touristy things which included Anne Frank Museum, Nazi Prison, Heineken Museum, Diamond Museum, Chocolate Museum, Canal and Boat Tours, and a stroll through the Red Light District (for those that know what that is--it was just a walk through the street). It was a fun trip alone with the hubs. I wasn't sure how the kids would do without me but they were fine. We talked each day via Facetime and they hung up on us a few times because they were having too much fun. I guess that's better than crying. :)
This week the kids are doing swim lessons at Swim Atlanta and are having a ball. I was a little worried that Ashlyn was going to be with bigger kids but she is doing great. There are four girls in her class ages 6, 8, and 10. Ashlyn is keeping up with them. The water is four feet so it is above her head while the older two can touch so Ashlyn can't put her feet down while swimming. I think that has been good for her. When I am in the pool with her, she is in 3 ft and constantly puts her feet down. She is learning proper technique with her arms and I'm happy that I let the lady talk me into the grade school class level. Chloe is in the preschool beginner class. She has been blowing bubbles in the water and even went under. She is afraid of the water(well the going under/getting it in your eyes part) so this is a big accomplishment for her. When she had to jump in today, she stood and shook her head no to the teacher so she put her arms out to put her in the water. The second time, she jumped in. This was day 2 and they loved it. Yesterday they begged me to go to our pool so they could show me what they learned. Our weather has been horrible lately but we were able to sneak in an hour of pool time at our pool. I think they will be ready for the beach next week:).
Every evening this week the students have VBS at their school. Several of their friends are there and they are having a ball. The four and five year olds are together so Ashlyn and Chloe are in the same class. Chloe was a little upset that some of her friends were not in her class because they aren't four yet.
So we have had a busy summer so far. To top it off, we leave on Saturday for Myrtle Beach with my family. My parents rent a beach house every other summer and it just so happens to be this year so we will see them again. My brothers' families will be there too so it should be a good time.
Things should calm down in July but I do have things planned locally. We are going to see Cat in the Hat at the Center for the Puppetry Arts, will go to the Suwanee Fountains, Stone Mountain, and more. I have a feeling July 31 will sneak up on me. That is the day I go back to work. :(
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