We spend a lot of time at the pool and a lot of time with
our swim family. So, one of our favorite events is the
annual Swim Team Banquet.
We had a great time this year, and a couple of
fun surprises.
As we settled in with some good pasta and friends,
a storm came rolling through town.
About half way through a great awards presentation,
the power went out! Being the tough Dolphins that we are,
the show went on! Everyone grabbed their cell phone
flashlights and we had a great time!
The second surprise came when Claire was announced
the winner of the 9-10 girls Most Time Dropped award!
That is very exciting and well-deserved, as Claire worked
very hard this year! She is very proud of her little trophy!
A great time was had by all and I was reminded again
of how much I love this team and what it is all about!
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| 8 and under girls. What a great group! |
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| 9-10 girls. Another great group of girls! |
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| Aves should win the "best little sister" award. She is such a trooper and loves hanging out with her swim team friends! |
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| Getting her year-end goodies from Coach Kim ~ |
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| A big hug from Coach Kris ~ |
It is very easy for me to get wrapped up in the competition of
competitive swimming. But, when I get the chance to hang out
with these families, coaches and kids, I can't help feeling
so grateful for the love and support we have found
on this team.
I forget that when Claire started swimming 5 years ago, she
was a shy girl with just a shadow of the confidence she has now.
Joining this team and swimming has done so many wonderful
things for her, and not one of them has anything to do with
how fast she swims.
I am so grateful to be a proud mama on the
Walnut Creek Dolphins Swim Team!!
