Category Archives: Lifeguarding

Romancing at Special Swim – Tales of a Former Lifeguard

Work has been tough lately. It makes me really value my teenage-dream lifeguarding days. But lifeguarding had its tough days too, particularly when I was assigned to “special swim.” When I was 15 and lifeguarding at the city pool, I … Continue reading

Reflections of a Former Lifeguard on July 4th

Giant Dipper at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk We celebrated July 4th weekend by heading down to Santa Cruz with friends. After a nice stroll down the boardwalk, we hit the beach, where the sight of tan and happy lifeguards … Continue reading