Warm water

We probably put too much on our plate this week. The kids are exhausted, I'm worn out, we've been driving too much...etc.

Recapping the potty training boot camp:

Well it didn't exactly work like we had hoped. I was hoping by day three there would be no accidents. That's what the blogs said at least.  But every child is different! That's what I've had to remind myself. Danny has been doing a good job tho. He had a lot of accidents yesterday. A lot while I was driving him around. 

Today he has been stubborn. I'll ask if he has to use the bathroom, and he'll tell me no. After an hour, I started to panic! I knew he was going to pee on the floor. I sat there asking every few second and watched him get mad at me for asking so much. Finally, he yelled PEE PEE! I snatched him up and plopped him on the potty. 

So far today, we've done really good.

We also started the kids on swim lessons this week! Danny is the same age I was when I took swim classes. Maddy is not yet four months, but they accept kids as young as 6 weeks. 

So every night from 6-6:30, we've been dunking our kids under water and letting them float (and scream!!!!) on their backs. Danny has learned how to swim to the steps to get out of the pool. Also he is  learning how to swim to the wall and walk his hands across until he makes it to the steps. 

Maddy hates it the whole time we are there. Danny hates it at first, then starts to enjoy it! That makes me happy because I love to swim and because Aunt Anna and Uncle Travis have a pool. 

Big boy underpants!

We decided to start on a potty train adventure! 

Danny is over two years old. He first started using the potty almost a year ago. Of course, back then it was randomly like once a month kinda deal. As he got older, he started using it more often.  

Hubby and I decided to try the boot camp style potty training. He has Memorial Day off so we figured that would be the perfect weekend. 

Today is day one. 

Husband had to work this morning, so I am on my own.

This is very intimidating to do alone!! We've had a few accidents-which I expected and many successes. But it's very hard when you have an almost four month old that needs attention as well. 

Half of me wants to just postpone it, but I'm tired of diapers and I'm stubborn!!! Of course, if he can't get it, that's ok. Im going to try though. 

A pink world

Over two months ago, our world changed. Our beautiful daughter was born. I still look at her and marvel at how adorable she is!

I never thought I'd enjoy picking up cute pink outfits for her to wear. I swore I'd never put my daughter in the lacy socks my mom used to make us wear! Heck no!! But...those are so cute!!

Danny is doing well adjusting to another baby in the house. He has his moments when he wants me to pay attention to him but I need to feed Madeline. He loves helping take care of her though, which is great. He is very sweet to her too.

I truly feel blessed to have two wonderful children. God is amazing.

Halfway through the month

Day 15: I'm thankful that I can cook!! It's a gift my mom passed on to me and I will pass on to both (or all depending on how many God blesses me with!) my children. I seriously enjoy creating masterpieces. I enjoy finding new recipes and also cooking old ones. It means a lot to me that I was taught how so that I can provide for my family :)

So hard to blog!

Day 8:
I'm thankful for my little sister, Anna. I didn't like her in the beginning but she helped me become who I am. Because of her, I am creative. We used to read books, play pretend, play barbies, and even in high school, we used to write stories together. I honestly believe it's because of her that I am as creative as I am.

Day 9:
I'm thankful for my sister-in-law. I'm thankful that she can come watch Danny if we ever need her too. She is easy to talk too and is the one I always sit next to at family functions.

Day 10:
I'm thankful for Catherine's husband, Gibson. I'm thankful that he is there when I have questions or concerns about Danny. I'm thankful that he never gets mad (at least not to me) when I joke about his height. I'm thankful for the many times he has allowed me to come spend time with Catherine without ever complaining. He is a great brother-in-law!

Day 11:
I'm thankful for Travis, Anna's husband. He tells jokes that I don't always (ever) understand, but he is a good listener. I'm thankful to have him in my family because I know if something bad happens, he will be praying. I can always count on that.

Day 12:
I'm thankful for my little nephew Asa! He is almost a year old now and he is seriously a great kid! He smiles constantly and loves everyone. I love seeing pictures of him daily and spying on him when he is at school. I truly miss the little guy every day and wish I could see him more!

Day 13:
I'm thankful for my other little nephew Patrick. He isn't here yet but he is due in March. He is a little miracle. His parents have wanted a baby for so long and he is on his way. I pray for him daily because I know he will be such a blessing to our family!

Day 14:
I'm thankful for this time of year. Yellow, red, orange, brown leaves falling from the trees and covering the ground. Geese flying overhead to warmer weather always in formation. It's just a magical time. I honestly believe that fall is a much prettier time of year than any other. God makes the world come to life with these colors.

Oops

I knew that I wouldn't actually post daily. :) Not that I'm not thankful, but because life makes me busy. I would actually remind myself what I was thankful for that day just in case I made it to the computer. So let's back track...

Day 3:
I am so very thankful for Danny. He is an absolutely amazing little boy. He is extremely smart, very kind, very helpful, and just plain handsome! He is a gift from God! We tried for over 2 years to get pregnant and Danny is just amazing. Every day this little boy makes me proud and very thankful that I am his mommy!

Day 4:
While it took us two years to get pregnant with Danny, it didn't take long the second time! We had plans to start trying again closer to Danny being two years old. God had His own plans. I am very thankful to be able to get pregnant again. Very thankful for the little kicking baby girl! Madeline is going to be a mover when she arrives! Even though I know nothing about fashion and I'm not a fan of pink, I am a fan of her. I love this little girl and her (strong)little kicks and wiggles.

Day 5:
I am thankful for my parents. My parents raised us to be strong, independent women. They gave us what we needed, not what we wanted. They taught us the value of education, the importance of reading, and taught us how to have great imaginations. We didn't sit inside all day watching TV or playing video games. We were always outside exploring and playing pretending. They were wonderful parents and I hope I am just as great a parent as they are!

Day 6:
I am thankful to have my in-laws. They are the drop anything to help kind of people and I am really thankful for that. They have helped us out so many times without complaining about having to do so. They are also really great at finding good deals to spoil their grandson!

Day 7:
I am thankful the election is over!!
I seriously am, but that's not what I want to write about.
I am thankful for my older sister, Catherine. She has been my best friend for 28 years and I am so thankful that she is! She is wonderful, kind, smart, caring, and funny. She is always there when I need her without fail. She has been my shoulder to cry on, my punching bag (haha!), my support system, and has always been the one to cheer me up when I am sad. I don't know what I would do without her!

And done! :)

Day 2

It seems that everyone is doing this on facebook. Haha. Oh well.

Day Two:
I am so thankful for Daniel! We met and started dating a little over ten years ago. God knew what He was doing. I'm so thankful that our paths lined up.
Daniel is a hard worker. Last summer, he was working three jobs to support us so that I could stay home with our son. While that didn't last long (thankfully!!), he never complained about doing it. He still works six days a week. Recently, a job in north Atlanta contacted HIM about an opening in their company. Today is his last day at Point University. It's a bittersweet moment because he loves his job.
Daniel is also a loving husband and father. He drops everything for Danny and myself. He is a strong, faithful man. I honestly do not know what I would do without him.

He is my world and I thank God for him!