Thursday, February 23, 2012

potty training.


Well, this isn't a very "deep" on my heart this week but I have had a few people asked how we did potty training this week! Aiden turns 3 at the end of March so we definitely waited a long time to introduce this to him. I really wanted it to be a positive, fun thing. Me and him both being frustrated was not my idea of him being ready so I just waited until we could really communicate about it!
I am soooo glad I waited- these 3 days have been a piece of cake!

Day one, I talked to him about diapers and showed him his new dino underwear! We talked about the potty and I showed him a little baggie of one dollar toys that I had for him to choose from if he went in the potty. (He had 3 accidents that morning.)- I never made a big deal on those...didn't want to focus on any negative! I was thinking he needed to just have one "success" for it to click. So I turned on a movie, brought his potty in front of the tv, sat him on it and gave him a cup of water to drink. He went! He was yelling "look. look- I did it!!!"- Chris and I acted like we won the lottery and let him choose a prize. The rest of the day we had ZERO accidents! He went everytime in the potty after that first success!

Day two, he woke up and put on his underwear- basically we repeated day one but no prizes this time...just a lot of excitement! He had 2 accidents on day two- both outside and just like the first day, we didn't focus on those....just moved right past them!

Then day three, same as the first two and only one accident. 

I am soooo so proud of him! It is so sweet to watch how proud he is of himself and what a positive experience this has been! I have to say, anytime prior to this if I brought up the potty he would say no and was pretty anti-toilet...but after that first positive success it just switched! We also let him pick out a new dino toy for his first number 2 success ;)! 
So proud of my big boy! He did great! 

Yesterday we were all driving in the car and I was telling Chris that lately Aiden hasn't wanted his pasie much anymore. He gets it when he is starting to get tired but during the day he doesn't want it much anymore. It's so amazing because we never rushed that....in a way we are letting him grow out of these things on his own, in his own time. And I love that. With potty training, bottles, pasies and whatever else- I am glad that he was a baby a little longer and as he is ready to move past them, it's on his timing. Makes me happy.

Happy Weekend Friends :) xoxo

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Wednesday, February 22, 2012

if you asked me,


If you asked me....

If you asked me, I would tell you that I haven't painted in ten weeks... Honestly the thought of it makes me feel tired and I love to paint when I'm inspired and full of passion/creativity. I know it's a teeny dry spell... And I'm ok with that.

If you asked me, I would tell you that I've been thinking a lot lately about entitlement. It's funny- It used to be a big struggle for me. And after years of trying to die to it.... I think it's gone. 
I used to think I was entitled to certain kinds of friendships, 
certain kinds of relationships, 
a certain kind of marriage, 
to a certain life as a mother.... And I guess I've learned to just accept what people can give me/ to appreciate it- and be content and blessed by that. 
Anything extra now is just a cherry on top. 
Wow it takes so much pressure off relationships- it makes everything.... Better.

If you asked me I would tell you about how The Shine Project is this weekend and I am so incredibly excited.

I would tell you that aiden is rocking at potty training and that no matter what ainsleigh does everyday, she always smells like strawberries. 

If u asked, I would tell you... I've never seen a creative mind like Chris', ever. 
Its unbelievable.

I would tell you a couple weeks ago we bought Aiden a birthday cake(he doesnt turn three until March 22) for a fun practice run! He LOVES when people sing happy birthday to him(more than the cake)- can you tell by the pics ;)!!


I would tell you we gave Aiden his early birthday present- a teepee and he is in love!

I would tell you I'm thankful. And that every night before bed I pray, beg as plead that God will protect the little lives in my home and that He would wrap us Chris and I.


I would tell you that today I enjoyed the sunshine on my toes and I am itching for a roadtrip to a beach. 


If u asked, Id tell you that you bless me- and that this blog blesses me.
Happy day friendsxoxo




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Monday, February 20, 2012

wear.












shoes c/o: blowfish
this dress & the dress from this post are both from modcloth

Kristen snagged a few of these pics after our Valentine's shoot before we left and I think they are so sweet. I love seeing pics of me laughing with chris- because he makes me laugh all the time :). He has been editing his 168 film and I started day one of potty training with Aiden- it has gone thousands better than I thought!!! Honestly, I envisioned me cleaning puddles all day! Hopefully day two is just as successful!- oh and for friends who have asked about my cravings.... so far they are lemon, pineapple, lemon pie, oranges and sour patch kids!
xoxo

Sunday, February 19, 2012

life lately via iphone pics.

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(ainsleigh had a part in chris' film for the 168 film festival- she was a tattooed baby)
I cannot wait to share this film!!!
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Saturday, February 18, 2012

Bonlook Glasses Giveaway.

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I absolutely love love love my glasses. I truly wear them every.day! 
I normally only do one giveaway a week but this week has been filled with some super fun treats for you guys!!! I just couldn't pass them up!

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Thursday, February 16, 2012

oh baby.




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Everything looks good so far with baby!!!  Still kind of holding my breath but just remembering daily that God is in control of this. I am so thankful that today went well. 
I told Aiden the other day the names we have picked out if it is a boy or a girl and he has been calling the baby by the girl name :) so cute. I will give you a hint....it starts with an A. ;). Also, Chris started his film today for the 168 film festival. I won't be able to show the film for a few months but I already can't wait- he is pretty fabulous at these :).

Hope everyone has a happy weekend :) xoxo

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