So far, so good....

John and I are trying to potty train Lily. So far, we are doing pretty well. I bought the potty back in August, but just tried to introduce her to it. In my mind, I wasn't going to start this potty training thing until after Christmas. However, Lily seems to really like her potty. She seems to do #2 a lot in it. So, I haven't really been stressing about her going peepee on it yet. However, two weeks ago she pulled me into the bathroom so she could go peepee in it. I was shocked!!!! Then on Monday, while giving her a bath, she said, "potty" while pointing to it. So, I thought she needed to use it. Sure enough, she went. WOW!!!! Then, today she screamed for the potty while we were at Home Depot. WOW again. Don't get me wrong, she still goes in her diaper, but she is starting to realize when she needs to go. This is a huge step!!! I thought about getting pull ups for her, but John doesn't think we are ready for that step yet. I understand, she is only 16 months. I can't believe how big Lily is getting. It makes me happy and sad all at the same time.

These will probably be the only pics of her on the potty.....I haven't decided yet if this is appropriate or not.

Playdates are so much fun!

My friend Kelly and her son Eli came over on Saturday. I love to get Lily together with other kids. She and Eli both had a great time. It was so good to talk to Kelly. John got the pleasure of pulling the kiddos in the wagon....did I mention he was a great dad??

By the end of the playdate, both kids were tired and cranky. I wish I could say Lily slept good that night. However, she is getting another tooth and woke up in the middle of the night! Anyway, we are hoping to get the kids together again soon! Thanks for coming over to play Eli!!

I am thankful

I have a friend that isn't doing well in her personal life. I am trying my best to be there for her and to be a good friend . At the end of each conversation, she always tells me that I'm so lucky. Well, it got me thinking......

I am a pretty lucky woman....I may not always say it or show it, but I am very thankful. I'll explain:

I have the best hubby. He is everything I have always wanted in a man. He is very honest, loyal, and understanding. I'm not saying he is perfect because nobody is, but he is close. I couldn't see myself with any other man. We hardly fight, but when we do, we are very eager to straighten things out and get back to normal. He does the little things that mean so much.....he definitely pays attention to detail (unlike myself). He takes care of me and is happy to do it. He calls me at work or while he is at work just to see how my day is going. Sometimes, when I'm really good, John will bring me Sweet Tea to my work. (doesn't take much to get on my good side) He thinks I am beautiful when I look my worst. John does his best to help out around the house. To top it off.....he is an AWESOME daddy!!!!! I love my husband!!!

I am very thankful for a beautiful, healthy baby girl. She is my world!! I had a worrisome pregnancy with her and thought multiple times that I would lose her. I thank God everyday for her. She has the most beautiful smile that can light up a room. She loves her mama and her dada! I love to watch her learn and explore. I am thankful for her hugs and her kisses!!

I am thankful for a good paying job. I may not always enjoy my work, but I do have a job that I can support my family with. I have money to put food on the table, clothes on our backs, and a little extra to spoil Lily with. I also have good co-workers that has your back when you need it the most.

I have a house to live in. It may not be the best or the biggest, but it's my home. My very first home I have ever bought with my hubby. This is the place we came to after our wedding and this is the place we brought Lily to after leaving the hospital after she was born. It may not be perfect, but it's our home.

I am truly thankful for my family and my friends. I may not see them as much as I would like, but I know they are there for me when I really need it. They lift my spirits when I need it and praise me for a job well done. I love them all!!

I am truly blessed with the gifts God has given me. It is so easy to get caught up with "keeping up with the Jones." You always want what you can't have or you are jealous of those who do have it. Many of times I have to step back from all that and do a reality check. So, now I am trying my best to be thankful for the things I have and not worry about the things I don't.