Pee-Pee in the Potty Puddle

My 2 yo has opted to pee on my bathroom floor.

I thought for a brief sec that my toilet was backed up.

I am pissed...literally.

Bits and Pieces

Alot has been going on lately. Had a few deaths. One dramatic birth. And a whole lot of different emotions in between. But in all the confusion we must remain in a state of functionality for our children right?

• Sarah has been going to the potty on a regular basis. She had one accident free day but everyday I have at least 1 accident. But she is enjoying the reward system. I have a reward chart in her room and she puts Dora stickers on the squares each time she goes. So far she has earned a trip to the playground. This time around she is gonna go for ice cream when she gets all her stickers.

• Abi is walking! I am so sad. Happy, yes, but sad. My baby is getting big. She cut her first set of teeth too. All on the verge of her first birthday.

Which brings me to my next point:

• I am so stressed over what to do for her birthday. I feel that I have done it all for Sarah. And I am struggling to "top that". But I am so tired of the preparation that goes into it. And the clean up. I am tired of guests who show up just to eat and get a plate to take home with them, but never pitch in to help with anything, or even compensate with a decent gift. I wanted to do something simple and outsource the prep work but the father wants to keep it at home. I guess so his tribe can come over and get their grub on. Joy!

Also running through my mind:

• How do I keep my kids busy through the summer? Playgroup is done until the fall so my kids are home until it resumes. We have been on 2 vacations since March and I feel as if it is time to take another one so the girls, Sarah in particular, can get loose.

• I hate this weather. It has not been hot, but most days have not been suitable outdoor weather. I took the girls out to watch fireworks the other night and it was so chilly! We haven't even opened out pool! Not good swimming weather at all. We did get a little kiddie pool for the girls to splish splash in on those rare hot days.

• Lastly, I am conflicted as to whether or not I should post pics here. I have tons of pics to share of the girls but I do not like the photo option on these blogs as they often get in the way of the post. I wish there was some way I could have a thumbnail of pics in an album here on the blog. If any of you know if such an option is available please drop me a line.