1. We emptied all the water bags that held down the winter cover.
2. Then we started pulling back the winter cover so we could remove it. (Note: We had to pause so Lori could take a picture to show you how clean and clear the water was.)
3. Once we dragged the cover down to the shallow end of the pool, I had to remove the water that was on the cover and the leaves and sludge that had accumulated over the winter.
4. Next we folded it up for removal to the curb for the trash man. The cover had a few holes in it so I had to toss it.
5. Now it was time to get the filter back together...
...while Lori used the net to remove the leaves and sticks from the bottom of the pool.
You'd be surprised at the diversity of life that can be found in the bottom of a swimming pool.
6. Time for a fudge pop break. Man
7. Well, there it is, my freshly uncovered swimming pool!
8. Now I just had to fill the pool the rest of the way with watter so I could start the filter and check for leaks. Remember the major leak I had last year!
9. The pool was finally filled and past the leak test! Hooray!!!!! It's finally time for that gin and tonic and a toast to the 2007 skinny dipping season!
