The Hawkins inspired us to join the swim team this year. The boys have been practicing and perfecting their "skills" in preparation for their 1st Swim Meet! Wow - we were excited and a little nervous. Josh and Jake both were entered in the 50 meter free style and backstroke. That is 2 laps for you rookies out there. And that's A LONG WAY!
Jake had the first race - 50 meter backstroke and did great. He got there and back with no problem. However, the 50 meter free was a different story. I thought I would have to jump in there for a moment and use my rusty lifeguard skills. He did make it was was POOPED in the end. I am SO proud of him for doing something NEW and HARD!
Josh, understandably, is a much stronger swimmer. His first race was also the 50 meter backstroke and he looked good out there. I think he ended up with 5th place. Not bad for the 1st time!
He did have a little technical difficulty in the 50 meter freestyle. After he dove in his goggles got all TWISTED up. He had to stop and readjust them. That slowed him down a little. We will have to practice the "dive in w/goggles move" a little more!
Holy Moly! Look at you blogging! Now your up to date? Super fun to see what the Monson's do!
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