Graduation Day

Wow, we are amazed at the progress Lexie has made in 10 classes.  She actually walked into the pool all by herself compared to the last 8 classes where we had to carry her stiff body into the water.  She has truly turned into a Pisces.  We credit a lot of this to Uncle Zach who made the lessons fun and encouraged Lexie in a gentle and caring manner.

It's scary how long Lexie can hold her breath.  She's very relaxed now when she floats.

This is one of Lexie's favorite things to do.  It's called, "Chop, chop, timber!"

When she first learned this, she would crash into the water because she didn't want to get her face wet.  When she finally went under, her arms would flop around.  Now she glides into the water and keeps her form most of the time.

Look, boys, this is how it's done!

Throughout the session, Lexie will look at us and give a little smile or wave.  On this day, we had talked about following directions and sitting on the wall until it was her turn.  She turned to look at me and I gave her a thumbs up to tell her that I was proud of her.  She gave a thumbs up back to me!

At the last class, she and her friends got their medals.  Lexie was the youngest one in her class and the only girl and I don't think I'm being biased, but she was one of the better swimmers in her group.

Lexie was so proud of her medal.  She wears it around the house and always needs to know where it is.

We are so proud of Lexie and what she has accomplished.  She had to be independent and go into the pool by herself.  At times, her 3-year old brain would get distracted, but she always got back on track.  She didn't talk very much during class, but she listened to every word that was being said because she could tell me what they were doing each week so she could practice in the bath tub.  She even told me the rules to be safe.  Lexie has turned into a fish for sure!  We can't wait to see how she does at the next swim class.