Hi there...been a awhile and I still have a beautifully clear pool, thanks to you :-)
I'm now concerned because I'm finding it difficult to keep my pH below 8....and it seems quite susceptible to change.

The pH had been fluctuating between 7.4 and 7.8 depending on whether it rained. I added 3 lbs of baking soda (~30K gal in-ground, gunnite pool), via the skimmer, on June 19th in order to try to get the TA to raise a bit...hoping that this would help to keep the pH more stable. Of course, this also raised the pH.
On the 20th pH was >8 (deeper red than maximum 8 on the color chart) and pH was 95. I added 3/4qt of acid (walking it around the pool). The pH went down to 7.4 but the TA went right back to 80.
Yesterday, the pH was 7.8 and TA remained at 80. (It's been raining every afternoon here).
Here are my numbers for today (K2006 test kit):
FC: 5
pH: 8
TA: 80
Calc: 250
CYA:60

I feel like I can't win! Is there any way to get the TA up a bit AND keep the pH below 8? Should I even be concerned?
I've gone back and read the tips and guides off the home page and searched around for related posts in the forum, and I have to admit that, though I didn't find anything that fully clarified it for me, I was left leaning toward doing nothing. Nonetheless, I'd rather be totally clear and confident...so I figured I'd just ask outright.

Thanks (in advance) for sharing your knowledge.
Debra