Water, Water, Everywhere

Note to self: phrase "swim diaper" should not be taken too literally. For obvious reasons, a "diaper" for the swimming pool is designed NOT to be absorbent. Ergo, if one is escorting a toddler to a pool party where she will first be eating cake and watching presents open, do not put her in the more-aptly-named "paper crotch slicker" until after said festivities. Also, if one forgets lesson #1, at least remember to allow someone else to hold the toddler while walking her around.

On the plus side, pool parties do allow for these inconveniences to be "washed away." However, one should avoid speculating upon how many other "swim diapers" may be floating around in the immediate vicinity. Carry on.