School Picture

Here is Grace's first school picture. She looks so grown up to me. I wasn't expecting pictures like this until she started elementary school but it's all good!!! I am glad I have them.

Updates!!

OK so I know I've posted this picture before, but my connector is still not working. I need to buy a new one this weekend. Anyway, Grace is doing great at using the potty. She even started going poo poo. Now I just ask her once in a while if she has to go, but she usually just goes. She's had maybe 3 accidents in the last week. I am so happy this has been easy for her.

John is doing better. He was a tad constipated for a couple days- but I now have it all worked out. Nothing like some good old prune juice!! I actually love it. It's so good. He is eating ok. Still picky, but we will keep working at it. He started cereal last weekend. He does ok. Not liking it too much. OK I think that's it for now. I will try to post new pics soon as possible.

Potty Training / John's 4 Month Apt.

* Sorry still no pictures. Something is wrong with the hook up. *

Grace is doing great at potty training. Today 0 accidents at school and at home. I will ask her if she has to go. If she says NO - then I leave her be. If she says YES - then we both go to the potty. She is starting to get on the toilet by herself. Then she kicks off her pants and underwear. She goes, wipes, gets down, takes the potty seat off the toilet, closes the toilet, puts the potty seat on top of the toilet, and then sets her pants and underwear on top of it all. She then flushes the toilet- and asks to wash her hands. She is so funny. She has her own little routine already.


John had a good doctor apt. He did gain a little weight. I am happy with his progress. With him not eating a whole lot, I was a bit concerned. He is super tall though- so doc said that's where his calories are going. I am going to start cereal this month. I love this part!!! Each stage is so much fun. I just can't believe how fast it goes by. He is very sleepy today. He had shots too. I gave him some Tylenol a little while ago. I should give him more in an hour or so so that he sleeps well. Poor thing- I hate shots!! Anyway- We thank God for a healthy boy !!!

Potty Time!!!

This is a WORD ONLY post. I have the cutest picture of Grace in her underwear- but for some reason my connection for my pictures are not working. Since some of you are asking me how she's doing- I thought I would post anyway. I post the picture when it works again.

The first day of potty training was Tuesday. We got up in the morning, usually she wakes up around 6:30, then I put her on the potty. She did go a little bit. We did our morning routine, and then it was ready to load them up for school. I was so nervous. I wanted her to stay dry the whole 15 minutes it takes to get to her school. I put her on the potty right before we left, and she went again. I put her underwear back on and explained to her that we were going to school and that she can go potty when she gets there. ( They told me to talk to her like she understands - so that's what I do!) Well.... she did it. She was dry when we arrived. I was so happy. That day she did good the teacher said. She did have 2 accidents. One poo poo and one almost made it to the potty but didn't (pee pee). They will put a diaper on when I pick her up after lunch b/c that's nap time and she always falls asleep in the car. (well not always- but 90% of the time). After nap I put her on the potty- she went, and then from then on every 20 min. or so I put her on the potty. MOST of the time she went. She had 2 accidents the whole night. She doesn't get upset- she will just say, "wet". Then I change her and try again. I spank her and tell her NOT to potty her pants and that she is 2 now- and 2 year olds don't do that!!!!!!!! She only cries for a bit though. LOL... JUST JOKING!!!! NEVER would I do that!! I don't even make a big deal. I just change her and we try again. Ha ha Just had to. OK so today went REALLY great. She didn't have ANY accidents at school. She came home with the same pants. YIPPY!!! OK well here at home she had 2 accidents- one poo poo and one almost made it pee pee. I just think she is scared to poo in the toilet. So we will just see how long this takes her. I am so proud of her though. I think she's doing great. She goes 90% of the time on the potty. 2 accidents all day is good I think. Anyway- John's 4 month apt is tomorrow. I am so anxious to see how much he weighs.

OH Grace had her 2 year apt. on Monday. She did soooo good. She sat right there and kept chanting the doctors name. He said he felt so special and loved how she pronounced it. Then- when it was time for her exam. He would ask to see something specific like her eyes- she would lean in and show him. Then her ears- she turned her head and stood still. Then her mouth- she opened wide for him. IT was precious. She just did everything he said so calmly and cute. He couldn't believe it. I LOVE my doctor. He is the best.

OK that's it for now. GOing to bed!!!!!!!!!!!!!

24.... 4

So here they are....... my 24 month old and 4 month old!!

As cute as ever!!!

I Am 4 Months Today

Of course I can't forget about John being 4 months today. He has his 4 month check up on Thursday, so I am anxious to see if he's gained much weight. He is still a picky eater and has to be sleeping in order to take a bottle. He seems pretty happy though during the day. At night he is still a tad colic- but he's doing better overall. He is talking more, screaming, grabbing objects, focusing on toys, but hates the car. He screams as soon as I put him in. I try not to go out with him too much unless I know he's tired. That way he will only scream for a while and then pass out. Man.... I can't wait to tell him all of this when he's older. :)

Birthday Girl

We had a wonderful birthday celebration for Grace. She had so much fun. Thank you to everyone for driving over to celebrate with us.

Thank you to my sister Erin for hosting it at her place. She is a busy mama- so I truly thank her for this.

The day started with the first picture - PANCAKES!!! I made her her favorite breakfast. Then we all headed to my parents house for family pictures. After that.......the party began. We arrived at my sister's house where we had the party. The kids played and played. Then we got out the Pinata. That was so much fun. They all loved. We had pizza, cake, and presents. We then drove home. Grace stayed awake the entire time. Which was ok - because then she would go to bed when we got home. John was a stinker. I knew he would be. But oh well.... we made it home.

Now- the night ended with Grace being a FOR SURE 2 year old. I said , "Grace it's time to go to bed!" She looked and me and said, "NO- I don't want to!!"

I was soooo surprised. She's never said that before. Now everything is NO I DON"T WANT TO!!

Uh oh!!!!

Tomorrow I Am 2!!!!!!!

Grace gave me a photo shoot today so I had to post it for her "day before turning 2".

I am so happy that we are in MI so that she can have a PARTY!!! WE will be celebrating in Grand Rapids with the whole family. I am sure she will have so much fun. I just can't believe she is two!!

Floor Time

Grace is turning out to be the BEST big sister!!! She is now so sweet to John and really acts so motherly. Today he was drooling so bad while gnawing on his hands. She said, "John get a wipe?" I said ok- so we left the room, came back with a wipe, and started wiping his hands off. It was so cute. Also- do you notice the swimsuit? My sister gave it to me for Grace and she's been wearing it every night for the past 3 nights (since we've had it). It's so funny. She will see it and start taking off her clothes. She tries to put it on herself (as they are teaching her in school) but she can't quit get it yet. I let her try though. They teach her in school how to put her clothes on. Oops- I guess I've just been doing it myself. BUT- with her starting to be potty trained- I guess she does need to start. By the way- I am starting her potty training next week. See I couldn't start until she got used to her classroom for one month (according to them). Which makes sense. She has to feel comfortable b/c it will affect her training. Anyway- she's already gone a few times on the potty anyway. She will say, "mommy - potty" and I know to take her. I am sure she will do good next week. The scary part is that they don't do training pants or diapers of any sort. So... she will start wearing underwear next week. I am ready for this- however I know it means more trips to the potty (when I'm with John it will be harder), more laundry, and MORE patience!! But I guess that's what motherhood is all about! :) John is doing ok. I thought he was doing better - and I guess he is- but some days he still will only eat 2-3 bottles and cries a lot. Other days are good, so I am thankful for that. He did really good at the gym though. He talked and giggled they said. I think he likes seeing other people and kids. He is almost rolling over sooooo close. He does tummy time so well now too. His head is fully up and he is looking all around. I can't believe how much he is changing. This is going too fast!! Well tomorrow I probably won't have time to post anything- but I will post her 2nd birthday as soon as I get new pictures of her party.

Zumba

Grace and I are working out with our Zumba friends. If you don't know what Zumba is, it's basically dancing to work out. I like it a lot. We will see if it works. I still have 15 lbs to loose. I am hoping Zumba helps me. Grace really tries to dance with the dancers. It's soooo cute!!

Happy Birthday Gamma!!

Happy Birthday Gamma!!

It's Grandma Momoh's Birthday today. We wish her a Happy Birthday!! It was Grandpa Momoh's Birthday last Monday... so Happy Birthday to him too!!

We love you and will see you soon!!!

Love -

Grace and John

Cousin Mason

Mason stayed a night with us last weekend. Grace LOVES to have her cousins stay over. I hope to do this more often. It really does help to have a friend (cousin) to play with. Mason is so good with her. He loved reading her stories. Sometimes Grace would wonder away- but Mason would just follow her all while reading. Ha ha ... it was so cute. WE are going to Grand Rapids tomorrow for the weekend. I hope Adeyiza enjoys a nice peaceful house. I can't believe Grace's birthday is less than 2 weeks. Where or where does the time go!! That's why I keep telling myself to enjoy EVERY minute (even the hard ones) because you can't get them back. I am leaving after school is over. I am hoping they both sleep the whole way. I am kind of nervous b/c it's my first time going alone with them that far, but I am sure we will be fine. OH and Grace has school pictures next week. I can't wait to see them when they are finished. How cute is that!!

Precious Moments

You know those times when you look at your kids and think, "Awe... this is what it's all about!" !?!?! Well I had one of those moments today. Of course I have many- especially when they just make you smile, but this is what happened today. So we were in Grace's room - Grace, John, and I, playing under a floor mat toy. John started to cry and this is the EXACT words Grace said, "Shh, shh, shh, it's ok John, don't cry!" ( all while rubbing his head) MY heart melted. I said good girl Grace. That's a good big sister. DO you get why this is soooo precious? First, Grace is being motherly, but also- I've said those exact words to John in that SAME order. It just goes to show that kids pick up what we say more than we know. It's also so cute to see her concerned about her brother. She's been like this more and more lately. Always in his face talking to him, touching his checks while kissing him, and just being really good with him. She even gets me diapers, wipes, and anything I ask her for. Now I see how this is working out!! ha ha!! MAMA's little helper!!! No but really, it's just so sweet and I love it!!

Big Boy

Well I'm getting out some of Grace's old toys. John loves this chair. He is started to change everyday. He giggles, smiles a lot, stares at his hands, and is just well,,,,, more fun now. He is eating, pooping, and sleeping more. Thank GOD!!! We've had a rough patch with him. It's now settling down. Of course we have our days, but for the most part he is doing great. I can't believe he only used to eat 8 oz a day!!! Now it's more like 20 - 28 oz!! I love it!!!