It's okay, they're not fish- they just sort of drift with the water. Besides, if we don't go in they might fade.

[Plus it's more fun to immerse yourself in the experience, right?

Once their footwear is taken care of, Billy snags Teddy's hand again, pulling him into the water. Since it's September now, the water is a little chilly, but not unbearable, and as Billy swishes his feet around in the glow, the dots his feet get close to brighten up a little, the light flaring as if rekindled. He grins back at Teddy, urging him forward. Embrace nature, city boy!]

Come on, it's fun!