Took the Plunge ...

and jumped into our pool today. The pool water on its own has been at 78 degrees this week. Still too cold to swim in. We decided that we would go ahead and heat the pool to 88. I was like a kid at Christmas waiting for Santa. I couldn't wait for the morning to arrive. I was up and in the pool by 7:30 am. It was fantastic. Even Hal came out and joined me in the pool. I did a lot of treading water (great exercise) and jogging in place for about 45 minutes. So got a good workout. Fun way to start the day too. We should only need to heat it for a few weeks, then the temp will be at least 88 on its own.

Sounds like a great way to get exercise, Mary! Here's to many more months of being able to enjoy that beautiful pool... Wanda

Exercising in the pool is great fun, never a chore to me. Hal works from home, so today on his lunch hour we both got in the pool and exercised. So glad we decided to heat the pool. Will definitely expand our swimming season. Won't be able to afford it in the winter, but this is great.