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You are here: Home | Family | Just Keep Swimming…

July 19, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Just Keep Swimming…

Filed Under: Family, Photography Tagged With: swimming, Wordless Wednesday

Just keep swimming. Just keep swimming, swimming, swimming. What do we do? We swim, swim.

-Dory {Finding Nemo}

 

I love his face in this photo and that water drop coming from his chin.

 

Cool Dude.

 

He looks like he is saying, “Hey, whats up?!”

 These photos were from when we went swimming at my aunt house. She has such a nice pool. Dustyn had a blast. She has a little boy a few years older then Dustyn. They had fun, but he said Dustyn whines too much. I couldn’t agree more. He has been so whiny lately. I hope it is just a stage. He seemed like he was just getting to the stage where we had a lot of fun together. Now if he wants something or you don’t give him the right thing, he just cries and whines. If you all have some advice on what to do when your older child regresses to a baby. I would love to hear it. Please. What did you do?

I hope you all have a Wonderful Wednesday.

the long road     Paper Heart Photo  Wordish Wednesday  Live and Love...Out Loud  and then, she {snapped}

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  1. Debbie/Africa's Blog says

    November 16, 2011 at 9:40 pm

    oh he's soooooooo cute!!!!!!
  2. Cassy says

    August 10, 2011 at 10:03 am

    Very handsome little boy! I enjoy watching those photos. Cassy from Guitar Made Easy
  3. June Makes Six says

    July 20, 2011 at 11:10 pm

    Such fun shots....I love Dory I can't stop smiling. As for phases, my theory is they last 6 months and are replaced by another....consequently you forget the previous:) Tiffany
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 22, 2011 at 8:39 am

      Thanks so much Tiffany. :) ha ha.
  4. Francesca says

    July 20, 2011 at 9:40 pm

    super cool picture!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 22, 2011 at 8:39 am

      Thanks so much! :)
  5. Danielle says

    July 20, 2011 at 9:35 pm

    I love the first photo -- such a genuine smile! And I love the quote in the beginning! ;)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 22, 2011 at 8:39 am

      Thanks Danielle.
  6. Mandy@asortafairytale says

    July 20, 2011 at 8:58 pm

    So fun!!! Kids & the pool = priceless. And as for the older child throwing tantrums, I wish I had some advise. :( Hope he get's past it soon my dear!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 22, 2011 at 8:38 am

      Thank you Mandy.
  7. mommybug77 says

    July 20, 2011 at 8:05 pm

    looks like lots of fun was had following from a hop http://lifewith4girls.blogspot.com
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 22, 2011 at 8:32 am

      Thank you! :)
  8. Julie says

    July 20, 2011 at 7:42 pm

    Adorable pictures.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:08 pm

      Thank you Julie.
  9. Kristen says

    July 20, 2011 at 4:55 pm

    Great shots!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:08 pm

      Thanks Kristen.
  10. Gina says

    July 20, 2011 at 4:23 pm

    He's a little fish!!! Adorable Sarah! Which reminds me that I need to get to editing ours from our time swimming yesterday :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:08 pm

      Thank you Gina.
  11. WeeMason's Mom says

    July 20, 2011 at 2:55 pm

    Oh my gosh, the swimming pictures are so stinkin adorable!!!! Love it!! I like the "Yo yo yo" picture too! That definitely is exactly what it looks like too Hahaha
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:08 pm

      Ha ha. Thanks.
  12. Sarah P. says

    July 20, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    LOL! I always have that part of Nemo in my head when we go to the pool! Hilarious. Love these shots. Water shots always look like so much fun.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:07 pm

      Thank you Sarah.
  13. Branson says

    July 20, 2011 at 2:26 pm

    So much sweetness! Love them all! :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:07 pm

      Thanks Branson.
  14. Courtney @ The Mommy Matters says

    July 20, 2011 at 2:15 pm

    Great shots! Although, I am no help with the whining thing. Noah hit 2.5 and he started with the whining again. Maybe it's just a phase!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:06 pm

      Thanks Courtney. I hope so.
  15. Amanda M. says

    July 20, 2011 at 1:11 pm

    He makes such funny faces! It looks like he is having a great time though! Summer is awesome!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:06 pm

      Thank you Amanda.
  16. Jessi @ TMIB says

    July 20, 2011 at 12:52 pm

    these are so fun! Love the action in them
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:05 pm

      Thanks jessi.
  17. Lisa says

    July 20, 2011 at 11:51 am

    Great shots! Looks like he had a blast swimming!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:05 pm

      Thanks Lisa.
  18. Rosie Grey says

    July 20, 2011 at 10:57 am

    These photos are so gorgeous - I love the fun coming off those pictures!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:05 pm

      Thank you Rosie.
  19. marcip says

    July 20, 2011 at 10:46 am

    cuteness in every pic!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:05 pm

      Thanks Marci.
  20. Selena says

    July 20, 2011 at 10:29 am

    Such cute expressions! Looks like he had fun in the pool. Sorry I don't hav any advice for you we are not in that stage yet!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:04 pm

      Thanks Selena. When you get there ask me. I am sure I will have plenty of experience.
  21. Tara says

    July 20, 2011 at 10:14 am

    What fun! I love the expressions and how much it makes me feel like I'm there experiencing it. Nice job Thanks for linking up
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:03 pm

      Thanks Tara.
  22. Lori says

    July 20, 2011 at 9:49 am

    These are nice shots! So vivid! That last photo screams "I'm so Cool"
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:03 pm

      Thank you Lori.
  23. Courtney says

    July 20, 2011 at 9:42 am

    Great shots! Looks like he's having a blast. The whining.... definitely a phase - or it was with both my kids. I just refuse to pick Presley up when she's whining or give her what she wants while she's whining. I've also been known to send my kids to their room until they can stop the whining, tantrum, etc. It wears on you. Consistency is key. Hang in there and good luck!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:03 pm

      Thanks so much Courtney. It is hard.
  24. Secret Mom Thoughts says

    July 20, 2011 at 8:03 am

    Great photos. I love the Dory quote.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:02 pm

      Thank you. :)
  25. BusyWorkingMama says

    July 20, 2011 at 8:03 am

    Cutie! Looks like you all do a lot of swimming!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:02 pm

      Thanks. :)
  26. Christine says

    July 20, 2011 at 6:50 am

    So cute. It looks like he had an enjoyable afternoon. It does fit your title. You do a wonderful job.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:01 pm

      Thank you Christine.
  27. Stasha says

    July 20, 2011 at 1:52 am

    Wonderful shots. And for the record that is my favourite quote ever. I use it daily. And you all thought I was sophisticated?!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:01 pm

      Thanks Stasha.
  28. kewkew says

    July 20, 2011 at 1:21 am

    Great shots. However, now I am going to be singing that song.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:00 pm

      Ha ha. Thank you.
  29. Good Girl Gone Green says

    July 20, 2011 at 1:14 am

    Love all the shots and Finding Nemo too! Looks like he loves the water!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 8:00 pm

      Thanks.
  30. Lolo says

    July 20, 2011 at 1:07 am

    I love the bright vivid colors of your photos!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:55 pm

      Thank you Lolo!
  31. Uyen says

    July 20, 2011 at 12:24 am

    these are fantastic shots! Seems like he is enjoying that pool!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:54 pm

      Thank you Uyen.
  32. Savvy says

    July 20, 2011 at 12:01 am

    When I saw the title of your post I immediately thought " Fish are FRIENDS, NOT food!" Thats the only line I can ever remember from the movie. It looks like you guys had a really great swimming trip. The captures are amazing. I'm glad I hopped over, I'm your newest follower! Happy Wordless Wednesday :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:53 pm

      Thank you! :) I love that line!
  33. Deidrea says

    July 19, 2011 at 11:46 pm

    What worked for us was remaining consistent..which meant listening to the whining & fits (in publuc & private) but if our children saw we gave in..they had won. So during those instances I got on eye level and parented as I normally would & gave consequences if they didn't listen..and that meant leaving fun places, etc...but they got THAT message real quick & understood no matter how they acted to get what they wanted..their behavior won them nothing but punishment. I hope that makes sense...it IS a phase..just stay strong & consistent with your parenting..he'll stop it soon!!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:53 pm

      Thanks again for your advice Deidrea. :)
  34. Becky says

    July 19, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Looks like lots of fun! I absolutely love that 2nd b&w shot. Gorgeous eyes! He's adorable!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:52 pm

      Thank you Becky.
  35. Noelle says

    July 19, 2011 at 11:23 pm

    your post made me smile so big!!! great captures
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:52 pm

      Thank you Noelle.
  36. L. says

    July 19, 2011 at 11:17 pm

    Looks like such a fun time--and that black and white shot just makes his eyes pop right off of the screen! :D
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:52 pm

      Thank you so much! :D
  37. Ashley Sisk says

    July 19, 2011 at 11:08 pm

    My browser seems to be loading incredibly slow but I love the expression on his face. How funny!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:52 pm

      Thanks Ashley. :)
  38. alicia says

    July 19, 2011 at 10:37 pm

    Fun shots. You are lucky to have a water lover. Funny. I read the title somewhere else and automatically thought of nemo. lol.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:51 pm

      Thanks Alicia.

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