Potty training today was very frustrating. Olivia actually climbed out of her crib this morning and came to find Christian because she had to go potty, so that was an AMAZING start to the day. We were beyond happy. The rest of the day was pretty hit or miss. She had several accidents because we were outside all day. We're trying to get her to understand that it is OK to stop what you are doing and go potty, and that you can just go back to playing when you are done. I think if we can get that part to click, we'll be on the home stretch. By the end of the day I really, REALLY just wanted to throw a diaper on her and be done with it, but we didn't, and I'm glad we struggled through it.
We ate a quick breakfast, got ready and were off to The Home Depot. Today was round one of who knows how may rounds of yard work....and man, we got a lot done! We pulled all of the dandelion weeds (all thanks to our neighbor, who does nothing with theirs), we filled five pots with plants, we put out some random yard decorations, put out some track lights along the driveway and walkway, we put borders around our trees, mulched throughout the yard and planted a Hosta. Olivia was outside with us pretty much all day. Amelia fell asleep on the way home from the store, and took a VERY long nap (which was great). After she woke up, and we all ate lunch, she joined us outside. We were out there from about 11:30-6:00, and I was exhausted.
Amidst all that "fun", I got several loads of laundry washed, folded and put away. Another fun task. Olivia was quite out of control today. We tried getting her involved and having her "help" us, but she would never listen. She'd start off great, then would slowly go crazy. It's so frustrating.
Finally, at around 6:30, we ate some dinner and relaxed inside for a little while. Then, it was time for baths and bed. While giving the girls their bath, Christian looked over at me and pointed out that I was incredibly sunburnt. I looked in the mirror, and I couldn't believe it! It was warm out, but not super hot, so it never even dawned on me that I should've had some sunblock on. At least I have physical proof that I really was out there working!
So, another weekend down. A little bit of fun, a little bit of work, perfect mix! Time to start another chaotic week at work now! Here are some pictures of out outdoor craziness today!
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