Well, I did it! I finally took the 'plunge' and got in the pool for my swimming lessons. I was expecting to be scared out of my mind, but I know that all the prayers and God's strength were covering me like a blanket of support. I am really pleased with how much I accomplished my 1st lesson. In just 30mins, I was submerging myself underwater completely, floating on my back and tummy, and swam a couple of strokes to the edge of the pool. Amazing for a girl that figured swimming would just never be one of the 'TO DO' things crossed off my list. But, I did it! As I was leaving the YMCA and walking to my car, I was overcome with this joy. I tried not to cry until I got to the car, but did not make it. I was just brimming with excitement all the way home and praising God for the opportunity He gave me and for using my in-laws to find the Nemo within me.
Today was my 2nd lesson and I knew my instructor would want me to just go for it. Within the 1st 10mins I was swimming 15 feet by myself. Unbelieveable!! She taught me how to swim the freestyle, then taught me how to do the elementary back stroke. I can't say I could save myself quite yet if I were to be in a drowning situation, but my confidence is THROUGH THE ROOF and I truly look forward to getting in the pool each time. The only thing I have not tried, and am having a hard time conquering, is going to the deep end. She is going to teach me how to tread water next week. Pray for me, please!
God was bigger than my fear. God has never given me the spirit of fear. However, He took it from me and used so many wonderful people to encourage me and lift me up in prayer. I am looking forward to doing all the fun things I have missed for so many years. The best part is seeing how proud of me Tim and the kids are. They make me feel like I have just conquered Goliath in battle. In many ways my fear of the water was like a big giant...but now I have knocked it right out of my life!! Hallelujah!
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