The Doughboy Pool

Some childhood memories shine brighter than others—not because they were grand or expensive, but because they were shared. In this heartfelt memoir, Susan Lorraine Kadera revisits the summer her family brought home a Doughboy pool, turning an ordinary backyard into a place of excitement, laughter, and togetherness.

What began as a simple idea quickly became a family project. The ground had to be leveled, the frame assembled, and the liner carefully placed. Everyone had a role—parents guiding...