Some of you might be wondering why the sudden decline in new posts. We've been on a serious potty training schedule. I think I reached my limit on diaper changes and spending money on them when I know Grace is old enough to be potty-trained. So after spending long day with the stress of it all I went to work. I started doing some research and found a book online written by a mom/ day care provider who has potty trained over 300 kids plus her own three boys. Her only credentials is her experience and doesn't mess around with theories, and what psychologists say. Start pre-potty training months before by making sure to keep them as dry as possible. That means being on top of the diaper changing and yes avoiding that saggy diaper look. So I've already started with Andrew. So far Grace hasn't had an accident for a couple days and we throw the biggest parties ever when she goes no.2 in the toilet. I think I almost cried because I was so happy. Having the week off for Thanksgiving relaxed us a bit. Hopefully she will stay consistent while at school. We had a great Thanksgiving with my family this year and even managed to get some family pictures taken. So don't be surprised if you've already seen our picture when it arrives in your mail. Mom made an awesome meal with all the fixings' and Laura made sweet potato casserole. She did a great job. It was a full house, though we did miss Kyle a ton. It was really weird not to have him there but it sounds like he was well taken care of at a members house. I am so grateful for all our friends and family. We have so many good people around us and who support us. I am so grateful for my own family. It is so fun so see them grow and to watch them start new things. Trev is such a hard working, loving, and fun husband and dad. It's the kids highlight when dad comes home. They always give him such a grand welcome home hug. I'm usually in the kitchen waiting for my turn. Anyway that's what's new with us hope you all had a great Thanksgiving!
November 26, 2007
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Hooray for potty training!!! We've been working on it for months. You'll have to give me the name of the book you used. We finally just decided to stop asking or talking about it until after the baby came. Now she will randomly take off the diaper and go on her own a couple times a day. I try to make a really big deal over it and then not ask her anymore. We'll see what happens. I think with her stubborn personality she will do it on her own terms. Good Luck. We miss you guys!!!
Okay I will send Beck to spend time with you. I dread potty training and taking bottle away. Glad to hear you had a good thanksgiving. I was a little upset you did not mention how grateful you are for Jessica Frances in your life. Haha
Hey Mandi. Can I add your blog to my sidebar? (Susanne from 2nd ward, in case you ddin't figure it out). Also, are you the one sending me emails to join mamasource? or something like that? It just hit me that you might be "Amanda N" but, I never think of you as Amanda!
Happy Holidays!
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