Bob, it’s a common name, and when spelled backward, it’s still Bob. And yet, this fiberglass inground pool gem is not so mainstream. Its name was inspired by a famous Bob who enjoyed being the life of the party, but also wanted to ensure as many of his friends as possible could enjoy a hot day in the cool water. No, it wasn’t Bob Ross the painter, Bob Barker, Bob Hope, or even Bob Dylan—although we think each of those Bob’s might have enjoyed the essence of entertaining that this pool design emphasizes. Here’s a hint, he’s a smaller Bob with a big radio personality. Our Lil Bob is mighty for entertaining. Its classic rectangle shape gives your family an elegant-looking area to sit and cool down, soak up some of the sun’s healing rays, or enjoy a pick-up game with a few friends. Lil Bob pours on the therapy you need with dual benches that provide ample seating for all of your friends to enjoy a spectacular backyard view, while not missing out on any aspect of the conversation. You’ll make some great memories with a small or large group of friends who enjoy […]
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There’s nothing more important than family. Our readers know that we already spend a lot of time encouraging families to spend quality time together. And right now, you’re probably getting just about as much family time as you can handle. You might even be running out of ideas to keep the family active and everyone’s spirits up. As a parent, it’s getting more challenging every day to keep the kids engaged in learning and doing something other than playing on their devices when they don’t have schoolwork. So, here are ten things you can do to keep them off the screens and into “living.” Cook or bake. Let the kids pick out simple recipes and create a dish from start to finish. For balance, alternate between healthy and indulgent creations. The process of following a recipe develops both reading and math skills, and it can even get kids thinking about the chemical properties of the ingredients. Once they start to get the hang of cooking, they may even start creating recipes of their own. Start a collection. Creating a collection of something gives kids a project to focus on, and it gives them a reason to do some research. […]
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Introducing the Thursday Pools Aspen Design Run DMC sang, “It’s tricky to rock a rhyme.” And like rocking a rhyme, choosing the right pool for your backyard can be tricky. This post is the first in a series we’ll be sharing to help make it easier to choose a pool that fits your family’s personality. So, say hello to our little friend that’s not so little, the Aspen. The Thursday Pools Aspen promises more than a Rocky Mountain high. Like its namesake, Aspen, Colorado, Aspen provides your family with ample space for playing in the sun or relaxing poolside with a glass of wine, or enjoying a sunset that rains fire in the sky. It’s one of our most popular fiberglass inground pool designs. Why? Some say it’s because it brings together many of the best built-in features available in one awesome patented design (#US D851,781 s). We think it’s versatile. It provides family fun, improves the appearance of your backyard, and provides a setting for socializing or relaxing. If that’s not enough, you’ll also have plenty of space to swim a few laps and maintain those toned abs that make your friends jealous. After all, what pool doesn’t […]
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