You Know You're A Lifeguard When...

1. The most exciting part of your day is realizing how pretty the outdoor pool deck looks when it's just painted.

2. Rather than go absolutely bonkers, you quickly develop a trance-like state in which you scan the pool, while your mind is a million miles away.

3. The mention of Marco Polo makes you shudder.

4. You may not know patrons' names, but are keenly aware of their swimming abilities and how long each one stays in the pool.

5. The sight of water can literally make you sick.

6. While not on duty at a public swimming area, you will still scan the water involuntarily.

7. Your co-workers don't recognize you without your bathing suit on.