No. 298 Playing in the Pool

The pool—but today, there’s no one here. The water, all to myself, ripples gently, and it feels like a world all my own. I took the plunge and walked around slowly, even though I felt a little self-conscious about how I looked. Every time a splash went up, I felt my reflection stand out even more, and my heart raced. But since no one was watching, I could get bolder and bolder. I tried sitting on a float and leaning my hands against the wall to keep my balance. Sitting by the poolside and just splashing my feet, the sound echoed strangely, making me truly feel like I had this time all to myself. There’s no lifeguard, and no one else is swimming. This silence actually makes me feel even more self-conscious, but I’m enjoying it all—embarrassment and all. I was planning to stop immediately if anyone came in, but in the end, no one showed up. I want to share just a little bit of this luxurious moment with you. Watch until the very end and savor my private pool.