Our little strong-willed Zach has had no interest in using the potty.  We’d occasionally get him to sit on it, but he usually finds bathtime much more interesting and wants to go straight in.  Alex uses it every night before or after the bath and occasionally makes attempts during the day, but if you ask Zach if he wants to go, he replies with a resounding “No!”

Well, today he decided he needed to go #2, so I got him on the potty – and he actually went both #1 and #2!  We made such a big deal about it that I think Zach might actually be motivated to try that again. Here’s hoping!

Yep, it’s official – I’m a sappy mom who gets excited about poop – and the idea of not needing to buy diapers in bulk at Costco.

Tags: milestones, potty training, Zach

In a move that thrilled Mommy and Daddy beyond belief, Alex used the potty for the very first time today. We’ve been encouraging the boys to sit on the potty before bathtime, and for the first time, Alex actually went potty in it. He sure was proud of himself, especially when he got high-fives from Mommy, Daddy, and Cole. This was after asking to go to the potty during his bath yesterday and sitting there for long time to “work on poop”; Zach has done this a couple times too so he might be getting close too.

We know we’ve got a long way to go through this process, but we’re thrilled that we’re getting started on it with them. I wanted to get a picture, but Joe wouldn’t let me embarrass him with that (he’s no fun).

Part of me really feels silly for getting so excited about poop and going potty (ah, the simple joys of parenthood), but in addition to being excited about a new milestone in the boys’ lives, it sure is nice to know there is a light at the end of the tunnel through the mounds and mounds of diapers!

Tags: Alex, milestones, potty training

Today, Joe and I are celebrating five amazing years of marriage. It’s incredible what can happen in just five years’ time – we’ve built a big new home out in the country and filled it with a big family with lots of love and lots of energy. Even our employers have changed. But even with all the changes, one constant still holds true through it all – we still love each other as deeply and truly as the day we got married. Here’s to many, many more.

Tags: Joe, Karen, milestones