Swimming Lessons

Today Emma had her first swimming lesson with the Swim Otters Swim School http://www.swimotters.com/. I must admit I was nervous this morning thinking about it. I first heard about this from my good friend Tami who heard about it from our good friend Shannon who heard about it from our doctor - Dr. Austin. We all did research and spoke to Ms. Kathy extensively - after all - Dr. Austin told Shannon that the class is excellent - but you basically sit on the side of the pool and watch them try to drown your child - hence my nervousness! But I had done all the research and knew this came highly recommended and has excellent results. It wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be - I didn't feel like they were trying to drown my child - Ms. Kathy put Emma to ease right away and gained her trust - she even got Em to put her face in the water!! She doesn't do that willingly - HA! I know it's just the first lesson - and I know they didn't get into the 'meat' of it all - and there are rough times ahead for Em - but I'm so proud of her for doing so well today! She is excited to go again tomorrow - extra bonus! YEAH EMMA!!