Pools and Parties

There was a lot going on today. After an early morning, and naps for everyone in the house, Anastasia and I went to the indoor swimming pool for a little play in the water. Unfortunately, Daddy had to work, but maybe next time he'll be able to join us.

At first, Annie was hesitant and not really keen on getting in. After a little while, she seemed to start getting more confident around the water. She wasn't keen on water that was deeper than about her knees, but she loved the fountains at the edge of the pool.



This was the only picture I was able to take of her in the pool. It turns out that you're not allowed to take pictures in the pool area. Strange rule, but I'm glad that the one picture I was able to take turned out pretty nice.

We left the swimming pool after about an hour. Anastasia really wanted to stay longer, but we had a party to get to later. We'll definitely go back. The pool was fun and she loved it.

When we got home and out of our bathing suits, Anastasia decided it was time to play "mommy".



She loves walking around in my shoes, and with the soda and cell phone, it was a very funny moment.



The day's next event was a housewarming party for our friends Abby and Nick. They built a new house last year and have finally gotten around to having their first party. Annie and I were, predictably, the first to arrive, but that meant that we got a little while alone with Abby, Nick and their little dog, Roxy. Roxy was pretty scared with all the new people in the house, but eventually she took a treat from Anastasia. Thanks to Nick for helping Roxy to be calm near Anastasia.



We got home about 9:00 and though she said she wasn't tired, Anastasia fell asleep in just a few minutes. All in all, it was a very fun day.