These kids LOVE to jump in the pool…over and over and over and over again. The latest is that Claire is our new jumper. She can jump off every rock (even the high ones), go down the slide, go in the cave, swim under the raft…she’s suddenly a great swimmer. So we worked on some jumping pictures in Eli & Char’s fashion…
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Those jumps are pretty awesome. I’m still in awe that Claire can swim! You must have dolphin genes. So sad about that toe. I miss it too. Great pics though.
Great photos. I wish I lived by you so you could take professional photos of my children. You have talent! Back from Cabo it was great!!! Looking forward to seeing you in July.