A New Potty Seat July 11, 2009

I was at Walmart yesterday and decided it was time to go ahead and buy the boys a potty seat (they are 19 months now).  So after little deliberation I got the one that plays a musical tune when they potty.

So DT got it out last night and let the boys check it out and sit on it with their clothes on.  My plan is to get them use to the potty no pressure, just maybe put them on it in the mornings, and evenings.  No set schedule, though I have heard of some little ones getting potty trained this early I just wanted them to get use to the idea.

So then this morning after that had finished their morning sippy cup and before I changed their night time diapers I decided to take them one by one to sit on the potty.  I figured I would get them acquainted with sitting on the seat.  Never did I expected for both of them to tinkle in the potty.

YES I said they both tinkled in the potty! I was so shocked I couldn’t believe it, so naturally I took a picture as proof!!

Ahem!

I apologize in advance for this picture.  I never in a million years thought I would be the mom that would take pictures of her babies first tinkle in the potty!!  Guess I am!  No promises for their first poop!! Ha!

Oh and it never did play the musical tune till I took it out to clean it, WTH?

***UPDATE*** 5:18 pm.

Potty Training might be sooner than I initially thought, since this post they have both tinkled in the potty again, and Little H pooped.  He pulled off his pants and was tugging at his diaper so I brought him to the potty and sure enough, he pooped , though after he pooped he cried because I was so excited I was yelling loud and called for DT to come see!  Then once we dumped it, he tinkled in the potty.  So this got me thinking maybe they are ready!!!  Would love some advice and/or any potty training book suggestions.

(also please note I spared taking a picture this time, poop is definitely not cute)

I would love to hear your potty training tips, stories or secrets!!

The Cast is off! July 10, 2009

Wednesday was the big day for Little W got his cast off.  I was nervous all day thinking only the worst, like his bone hasn’t healed and he will have to leave a cast on for another 4 weeks.  But fortunately the Dr. said his bone had healed beautifully and in fact would be stronger now for the next few months and then go back to normal.

The tech who removed his cast was so fast, we were behind 3 other people 2 who were getting casts and one just a brace.  He put those casts on so fast I was really impressed, he was so good.

And when it came to removing DT held Little W and we thought he might be scared of the loud saw, but he wasn’t at all.  Just 4 little swipes of the saw, and he popped it off, I couldn’t believe how easy it was. The tech Orlando asked if we wanted to keep it and I said of course! And little W was a trooper the whole time, just checking everything out no fussing, not scared or anything, just his happy calm self.

He loved feeling and scratching his leg, and he kept saying gone gone, it was so cute.

As we drove home I kept wondering if he would walk on it right away or be a little timid and nervous about it.  But as you can see the second we set him on the ground he was off.

He is limping a little and his casted leg is slightly smaller but as his muscle builds back up he will be back to normal.

Wednesday also happened to be my Mom’s birthday, and we went out to eat at a Seafood restaurant, and the boys loved looking at all the stuffed fish on the walls, and murals.

So after we ate we naturally had cake and ice cream (this is a cake from HEB and its so good)

So as tradition goes in our family, the birthday girl goes first and then all the kiddos get to take turns blowing out the candles.

Little W had fun puffing out his cheeks but never did get the hang of it, but don’t worry the older boys were happy to help out.

After a long but really good day, I am so happy that Little W has healed and transitioned so well I couldn’t be prouder of the little guy.

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Meet the Newlyweds Dustin and Lindsey July 9, 2009

Come Meet this super cute newlywed couple Dustin and Lindsey.  Lindsey blogs about their daily happenings at The Wynn’s World.  Her blog covers all the fun stuff from family to friends, movies and TV, you know all the goods. They have 2 adorable pups whom seem to get into plenty of mischief.   Oh did I mention they are from Texas?  And big Dallas Cowboys Fan’s (Go Cowboys).  Be sure to check them out!!

Wedding date: August 2, 2008
Blog (s): The Wynn’s World

How did you meet? We met through mutual friends our senior year in high school.  My good friend Kelsie was dating Dustin’s good friend Ryan.  We didn’t live in the same town.

When did you know he was the one? I knew he was the one when he told me he loved me for the first time.  We were very good friends for several years before we started dating.  We had been dating for almost 4 months when he told me he loved me.  He just blurted it out one evening and after he said it something just clicked.  I had a connection with him.

What is one of your favorite things to do together? I would say our favorite thing is just spending time together.  It doesn’t matter what we are doing if we are together.  We love watching movies at home or going to dinner.

What is something new you learned about your spouse after you were married? He is very messy.  I am pretty sure I knew this when we were dating but now that we live together, I notice it!  It drives me crazy.  He loves to leave his boots, dirty socks and dirty clothes lying around.  Some make it the laundry basket but the majority doesn’t.

What do you do to stay connected during everyday stresses of life? My husband is a fireman so every third day he has a 24 hour shift.  On the days he is not working we always eat dinner together and usually spend the evening together after I get home from work.  When he is on shift we always talk on the phone at least twice a day.  We never go a day without talking.

What is your best piece of marriage advice? Marriage is hard.  You may think you know a person until you start living together and sharing finances and responsibilities.  My advice is to talk it out.  Talk about your opinions, your feelings, your goals, your plans, etc.  Lay down some ground rules for your marriage.  If you know how each other feel it helps make things a lot easier.

What is your favorite quirk about your husband? He is always making me laugh.  He is very funny by nature and very quick witted.  He can always make me laugh in the most serious of times.  He helps me see the fun in things.

What is something special you do just for your husband? It is nothing extravagant but I usually pick up his favorite candy when I am at the store or if I am out and about and I see something I think he would like I buy it for him.  It is a small gesture but I know he appreciates it!

Tell us something about yourself. I am 25 and happily married as your just read.  My husband and I have two Boxers named Jax & Maribel.  They are our children.  One of my favorite things to do is read.  I also like to blog, go shopping, travel and hang out with my family and friends.

Hope you join us for next weeks rendition of Meet the Newlyweds.  If you interested in being a featured couple or know of a newlywed blogging couple, please leave me a comment.

Weigh in and 30 day shred July 8, 2009

Well today is the dreaded weigh in at the Shrinking Jeans weigh in and much to my delight down another 1 lb.  I am so happy.

This week I have started level 2 over again, and using heavier weights 5lbs.  Wow what a work out.  But good thing is its goes by fast and I am feeling really good after wards.

For the most part I am still eating pretty well, smaller portions and more fruits and vegetables and less sweets, well maybe not so much this week if you saw this post, you know what I mean.

If your curious in following my journey through the 30 day shred check this out.

So how did you do today?

ps: Today Little W is getting his cast off and I am so happy, I am sure I will have tons of pictures to share.

pss: Happy Birthday Mom!

4th of july & Rice fields July 8, 2009

We had a lovely 4th of July celebration at my great Aunt and Uncle’s deer camp.  Lots of great family, food and desserts.

Check out this festive cake!

When Aunt Dell rang the dinner bell you can bet everyone came running

Then the boys had to give er a ring as well!

We had a good time and enjoy seeing all of our family.

After we left the party I wanted to drive out to my dad’s rice fields. Remember this post about my dad’s rice farm, well check it out now!

This rice is big and beautiful!

My dad’s rice is doing great this year

Take a looky at what a difference a few months make

This picture was taken back in april

Well look at her now!

Oh did I mention it was hot?

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