on sunday we took ella swimming for the first time!
it was the chosen activity of the new friends and family playgroup - a playgroup for lesbian and gay parents and those who wish to join them. the a.c.t. pool in edmonton is meant for disabled people - the water is warmer than a typical pool and it's very accessible. they also have a smaller shallow pool that is even warmer - i swear it was warmer than our usual bath water for ella - which is excellent for babies!
so ella had her first dip. it was unfortunate timing because she really needed a nap, but she still did beautifully. we managed to eke out a couple of brief smiles, but mostly she maintained her standard expression - a mixture of caution, curiosity, and calm.
we were thrilled to meet *another* couple at the playgroup who have a baby boy who was born within a week of ella! these two guys were super nice and their baby boy was adorable - he was sound asleep in the pool! too cute.
