Like a fish in water

Walker swimming in a pool by himself is perhaps one of the purest forms of happiness you can find. He can swim, twist, sink and blow bubbles for hours without distraction. When he surfaces and checks for who is around him, he smiles and gives a thumbs up.

We can exercise in the pool or be still. Either way he is content.

I am writing this in Indonesia and Walker has recently turned 16. This isn't a new discovery, previous trips to pools (Costa Rica, Antigua, etc.) have all proven this out.

The time has really past for us to build a pool. There just aren't enough years left with him in the house to make it worthwhile.

But we should always seek a way to allow him this momentary break from the distractions of life. It is good for him, and simply by watching, good for me.