My brother and father drowned on a bright summer day. Swimming brings me closer to the two men I’ve lost | Indigo Perry

My father and brother drowned on a very hot summer ’s day more than 30 years ago .

My memories of the time when they drowned veer up in summer , especially on certain hot days ending with thunderstorms.

Until last week , I hadn’t swum for a while.

I like how swimming clears my head and helps me to feel present in the moment.