July 9

The weather today was unseasonably cool and overcast, but all in all, the hours that passed were pleasant and peaceful enough. The kiddos played (mostly) quietly this morning as I conducted two interviews over the phone, and then this afternoon, we headed off to swimming, where Abby earned a ribbon for the breaststroke.

I enjoy the downtime I get while I sit on the bleachers watching this guy and his cohorts in the pool. It's a blessing to have the time to take them to class, and to see them have fun while learning a skill that will suit them well in the future.