After a year of very hard work on the part of Lauren and her instructor, Dawn Gillespie, she was ready for a carefully monitored test of her skills. As seen here, Lauren is able to find the side of the pool with no assistance (although it was very close at hand if she needed it).

This isn't the best shot video in history, but it's our way of telling people that these are our friends and we appreciate their help.

Lauren and her intervener Maria go bungee jumping at the mall.