John Jay

We ventured out to a public pool today! So brave! We had our doubts based on the general Reality of New York City Free Services and Events (long lines, long lines, long lines, hot grimy stickiness, long lines, and a plethora of rules....). But it was fun! We completely recommend the John Jay swimming pool at 78th and the East River. Yes, we did have to wait on line for about a half an hour in order to swim. And yes, Naomi is still rather terrified of the water. But the water was totally clean, perfectly refreshing, shady, relatively pretty with a view of the river, not too crowded and just plain fun. Even Naomi had a good time overall. We will definitely be returning...

A few pictures of the (also very nice) John Jay playground afterward. I used to go to school 1 short block away from here, by the way.