Well, if Bob is your DH, that's different for you. (I've never seen your Bob, just weird Cousin (Dh's) Bob and Bob on TV with, you know.

Keep up the good work Kicker. The only time I get to swim is on vacation. Someday I hope we can put in a small pool. DH is always worried about the property tax increase as well as the upkeep.

There is a lot of upkeep but DH, Me, and kids (and their friends) love it. When they're gone and we're old, things will change. (a small inheritance made pool possible - otherwise, doubt it would exist)

You are in the pool and it is NOT that warm?? DH and I are such wimps. We take the slow torture, going step by step. Getting the stomach wet is the hardest. Then having to put our arms down. We giggle like little girls.

Do you just jump in? Ah, DH and I would never get wet if we lived in your neighborhood!

I'm lucky that my MIL bought a house with a lovely inground pool that we can use all summer. I find that I can decrease my Baclofen when I am swimming more.

About the property tax increase, we had friends who just put in a pool and they did a partial inground. Because half of it was above ground, it couldn't be considered a permanent improvement because it could theoretically be removed if they moved. So, there is no property tax consideration here in PA. I don't know about Illinois, but that may be something for you to consider.

The best pools or hot tubs belong to others who let you use them.

what about just a plain old water ski vest ? ive even seen those at target and kmart.....no shipping involved and you can have it right now.id imagine any place that sells water skis would have them

I have a boating life vest but it's not right for what I need but a water-skiing vest is different. Will look into this. Thanks!!