"Pooling" out the Stops

Yesterday I went water walking with Christy and Rachel and Liam. This was my first time to go and was worried if the life guard would allow me to walk with Liam. He was in a sling and the water only comes to my upper thigh. I brought water shoes to ensure good gip and no slipping.  The lifeguard confronted me and said that no child of any age was allowed during water walking. So, I pulled out Indiana Law

Ind. Code § 16-35-6-1 (2003) allows a woman to breastfeed her child anywhere the law allows her to be. 

I did not have to argue anymore. She just said okay, and walked away.

We enjoyed an hour of walking, conversation and baby gawking. It was quite the workout, especially if you walk against the current. My thighs were definitely feeling it last night. And, it gave me a jump start to get back on track with my workout schedule.

I have really coma a far way. A few years ago, if the lifeguard would have told me that I could not be there, I would have said okay shyly and left. I have really started to stand up for my rights. I want to be a good example to our boys. I do not want them to just back down due to embarrassment or lack of knowledge. I want them to be strong and stand up for what they believe in. 

I cannot wait to go back again, what a great workout!