Kindergym

This morning we had a leisurely walk to the YMCA. The morning was gorgeous- blue skies with fluffy white clouds, warm temperatures and promises of a good day ahead.  We changed Coop into his swim suit and dropped him at his lesson (yes, I don't have to stay!).  Then Tucker and I headed to the gym where he was to attend his first "Kindergym" class. For you Tacoma folks- just like Toddler Gym minus the singing.  It turned out we were the only ones who showed up for the first class (many families are still on spring break) and Tucker had the whole set up to himself!  Needless to say he was in heaven. There were things to jump on, climb on, slide down, go thru and even to ride on.  His favourite seemed to be the balls and the hula hoops. He was not quite sure what to do with the hula hoops, but he had fun carrying them around and rearranging them.  They had some squishy dolphins hanging on the bars and he spent a good deal of time playing with them. He loved being pulled around on the scooter and even tried pulling it around himself. He just couldn't make the ball stay on while he pulled though....

Kindergym

This morning we had a leisurely walk to the YMCA. The morning was gorgeous- blue skies with fluffy white clouds, warm temperatures and promises of a good day ahead.  We changed Coop into his swim suit and dropped him at his lesson (yes, I don't have to stay!).  Then Tucker and I headed to the gym where he was to attend his first "Kindergym" class. For you Tacoma folks- just like Toddler Gym minus the singing.  It turned out we were the only ones who showed up for the first class (many families are still on spring break) and Tucker had the whole set up to himself!  Needless to say he was in heaven. There were things to jump on, climb on, slide down, go thru and even to ride on.  His favourite seemed to be the balls and the hula hoops. He was not quite sure what to do with the hula hoops, but he had fun carrying them around and rearranging them.  They had some squishy dolphins hanging on the bars and he spent a good deal of time playing with them. He loved being pulled around on the scooter and even tried pulling it around himself. He just couldn't make the ball stay on while he pulled though....

Wonders Never Cease

Today was the last day of the "term" for swim lessons.  As we were walking into the Y for class, we were told that there was a demo class called, "Kindergym" going on this morning.  We hurried Coop off to his lesson and Tucker and I headed over to the 18 mo to 3 year old class.  At first Tuck was really shy, but then he jumped right in. He loved climbing and swinging. Then he found some instruments and he was in heaven!  As he was playing, I began chatting with another mom. As she talked, I noticed that she was not Australian.  I asked her where she was from and she said originally California, but that they had just moved from, dah-dah-dah-dah! Seattle!  I told her that we were too and we were off talking about this and about that.  It was so nice to not only chat with another American, but one from the PNW!! One of the first things we talked about was Target, of course. She has discovered in her short time here (only 1 week) that Target here is not really Target. I quickly informed her that KMART was the place to go for cheap.  She then told me of her trip to the new Costco that opened here recently. It is amazing how two people can come together over shopping. :)  So a new friendship is in the works down here and I am so happy for it!

All worn out after a busy morning.

Wonders Never Cease

Today was the last day of the "term" for swim lessons.  As we were walking into the Y for class, we were told that there was a demo class called, "Kindergym" going on this morning.  We hurried Coop off to his lesson and Tucker and I headed over to the 18 mo to 3 year old class.  At first Tuck was really shy, but then he jumped right in. He loved climbing and swinging. Then he found some instruments and he was in heaven!  As he was playing, I began chatting with another mom. As she talked, I noticed that she was not Australian.  I asked her where she was from and she said originally California, but that they had just moved from, dah-dah-dah-dah! Seattle!  I told her that we were too and we were off talking about this and about that.  It was so nice to not only chat with another American, but one from the PNW!! One of the first things we talked about was Target, of course. She has discovered in her short time here (only 1 week) that Target here is not really Target. I quickly informed her that KMART was the place to go for cheap.  She then told me of her trip to the new Costco that opened here recently. It is amazing how two people can come together over shopping. :)  So a new friendship is in the works down here and I am so happy for it!

All worn out after a busy morning.

Swim Safe Day at the YMCA

Today was Swim Safe Day at Coop's lesson. I remember this day from when Coop and I were taking lessons at the Y. We donned life jackets and played around in the water. Well, it was much cooler here.

When the kids arrived, there were no raised platforms in the pool as usual.  They had to sit on the side and listen to a story the teacher read. Then they all jumped on a "boat" and had to kick to the "beach." The pool is a Zero Entry pool so it gets super shallow.  Then, as they were kicking to the shore, the waves began!  I didn't even know this pool had a wave maker.  Once on shore, they played in the waves and bit and even "swam" in them. Then they boarded the "boat" and headed back to where they started. Then they each got to play lifeguard and pull a "struggling" classmate to safety using a noodle.  Cooper got out of the pool with the BIGGEST smile on his face. He was so happy and had so much fun. I had a big smile too because it LOOKED like so much fun.  Poor Tucker just kept saying, "Water. Water. Pool."  He wanted to go in so badly.

Listening to the teacher

on the boat

saving a classmate

being saved by a classmate

can you see the waves?

I like this sign they have at the Y.

Swim Safe Day at the YMCA

Today was Swim Safe Day at Coop's lesson. I remember this day from when Coop and I were taking lessons at the Y. We donned life jackets and played around in the water. Well, it was much cooler here.

When the kids arrived, there were no raised platforms in the pool as usual.  They had to sit on the side and listen to a story the teacher read. Then they all jumped on a "boat" and had to kick to the "beach." The pool is a Zero Entry pool so it gets super shallow.  Then, as they were kicking to the shore, the waves began!  I didn't even know this pool had a wave maker.  Once on shore, they played in the waves and bit and even "swam" in them. Then they boarded the "boat" and headed back to where they started. Then they each got to play lifeguard and pull a "struggling" classmate to safety using a noodle.  Cooper got out of the pool with the BIGGEST smile on his face. He was so happy and had so much fun. I had a big smile too because it LOOKED like so much fun.  Poor Tucker just kept saying, "Water. Water. Pool."  He wanted to go in so badly.

Listening to the teacher

on the boat

saving a classmate

being saved by a classmate

can you see the waves?

I like this sign they have at the Y.

Just Another Monday

Today was just another Monday down here. Coop had a swim lesson and we played for a bit in the park. Here are a few photos.

Cook and Phillip YMCA

Tucker and his stick

Coop in his new swim shirt

rocket arms

kick, kick, kick

Cooper and teacher Noel

the pool at the YMCA

Tucker using the binoculars. He says, "Cheese" as he looks
through them!

The boys eating some yogurt