Once the pool is empty, you’ll see the nastiness you’ve been swimming in: mysterious dark spots, a family of spiders, and possibly a lost shoe. Don’t panic. That’s just pool archaeology. You’re uncovering history.
Now, refill the pool, add some chemicals, and reward yourself with a cold drink. You have successfully completed the ancient rite of Man vs. Water. Your back hurts, your hose is tangled, but you are a pool champion. Just don’t forget to prime the pump next time. Or do—it’s more fun to watch you fail.
And if anyone asks how you did it, just smile and say, “I wrestled the water, and I won. And the hose lost its dignity along the way.”
