Potty Party!!!

I have a friend who LOVES potty training and does it in a day.  I was shocked and disbelieving.  Who loves potty training?  Certainly not me!  I decided that the next time I needed to potty train a child she would be my mentor and that I would do whatever she said.  The past year I have been asking questions and getting ready knowing that Samuel was getting close to that magical age but was still unconvinced that I could actually enjoy the process.  

Well...today I am a believer.  Thank you Kelly!!!!

Today we had a potty party with Samuel and by early this afternoon he was using the potty every time with no coaxing or reminding.  It is a miracle!  I still can't believe how easy it was.  I didn't think he was going to get it but he did and he was amazing.  We had the greatest time and now I too can say that I love potty training. Why didn't I know about this 5 kids ago???  Boy would it have made life much easier for my little ones and for me.  I am planning to have a few accidents here and there but I think we can officially say that Sam is potty trained.

Hooray!! Now we only have 1 in diapers...

Happy 1st Birthday

James turned 1 year old on January 2.  What a blessing he has been to our family!  He has a sweet and pleasant nature and has been a very easy baby.  We love our James!!

James has learned patty cake and to wave bye-bye.  He is on the cusp of walking but just hasn't shown much interest since he is a very speedy crawler.  He has mastered the stairs, going up and down, and loves to climb.   He likes to play with balls and scavenge the floor for tiny bits to explore with his mouth.  Nothing is safe from his eagle eyes and fine motor skills.  James enjoys bonking his head, especially against someone else.  Just say "Noggin'" and you will find out.

James is a pincher.  His favorite thing to do is get a tiny piece of skin between his fingers and squeeze.  He especially enjoys necks, mine in particular.  He loves to cuddle and has become quite attached to his pacifier since his last round of teething.

Happy Birthday James!!  We love you so!