funny times

I am very proud to announce that Luke is totally potty trained! It was actually not that difficult of a process. You will be surprised to find out what a bag of chips and cookies can motivate a 2 year old to do! We only had a few major accidents. One was a tinkle on the couch and the other was a poop on the floor. Thankfully, there are no stains and I feel like I can now totally trust him. I am so happy that this is over with! I feel a little guilty that I worried so much beforehand. I promise to never underestimate my Luke again!

Ba is growing up so fast too. He is now in the pointing stage and loves to see new things so he can point to them and show everyone. He says "ok" all the time. It's hysterical. If I am eating something he wants he will just walk up to me saying"ok" and that is his way of saying I want :) He also says "choo choo" whenever he sees a train or really any kind of heavy machinery. Ba is always polite and says "hi" and "bye bye" to anyone entering and leaving a room. He loves being outside and can putter in our backyard for hours.

Luke is in camp this week and next week. I was so excited for him to start so I could get a break in the mornings but I have to admit that I miss him when he gone and Ryan and I get so excited when it is pick up time.

These are some very special times that I will always think back on with a smile. I can easily ease any pain with a hug and a kiss and nothing is better than seeing their smiling faces.

Happy Father's Day!

I once had a couple of my cousins ask me what it was like to live with my Dad. I remember thinking it was sort of a strange question but I think my answer had something to do with yes, he is just as funny at home as he is at a party.

Anyone who knows my Dad appreciates how unbelievably funny he is. When I say funny I mean laugh so hard your belly hurts. Our family was really blessed is the sense of humor department. My brothers and I probably have at least 5 funny Dad stories that we can tell in the blink of an eye. Since this is my blog I'll tell you mine. I am pretty sure no one else will appreciate these except for my Dad and me. Here goes:

1. The story he tells when my Grandmother went to get his and my uncle Glenn's shirts tailored. I think the tailor described the measurements as that of a seal and an orangutan.

2. Thanksgiving Day 2007 when my mom cut into onions and proceeded to run into the room telling my Dad and me that she was totally blind.

3. Talking to my Dad on the phone after my mom's fist colonoscopy. I think he referred to the night before when she had to drink that stuff as the Passion of the Christ.

4. Cutting down our Christmas tree when I was in college (yes our family actually did that) and somehow the ending dance scene in Dirty Dancing came up when Johnny leads the entire audience down the aisle before the lift with Baby.

5. Any time he imitates Larry Cox. It is unreal how good he is!

I'm actually laughing now even writing this. I should, however, point out that he has done much more for me then just make me laugh. My Dad makes me feel like I can do anything in the world. If I am ever nervous or scared about any big event I call my Dad. I remember before every exam or oral presentation in college I'd call my Dad. In fact, before I had Ryan I called my Dad from the delivery room b/c I started to feel nervous. I hope that I will be able to do the same for my children.

There is no Father's Day card in the world that will do justice in telling my Dad how much I love him. I'm hoping that this little blog entry will come close :) I am by far the luckiest girl in the entire world to have you as my Dad. I love you so much!

Happy Father's Day.

The Guys

I have been slacking so much on updating my blog! I guess the truth is that I am pretty busy these days.

Luke is almost 3 years old now and our latest adventure is potty training. Luke has done a great job so far! Only problem is that he has to be totally naked in order to remember to use the potty. I am trying to figure out how to slowly transition him back into clothes b/c things could get awkward :)

Ryan is 16 months and chatting up a storm! His main words are "uh, oh", "no", "ok", "mama", and he makes that hysterical fish noise that Luke used to do. Ryan only wants to run around and play as much as possible. He still gives the worlds best hugs so I hope that never changes!

This weekend is Father's Day and we plan on heading out to see the Nationals play. I'm looking forward to a night out with my main squeeze :)

We are also officially house hunting again. I am very curious to see where we will end up.

Wherever it may be I hope there is a big backyard for the guys to play in. Oh, and a decent sized master bathroom would also be a nice touch!