Darkness

We continue to struggle with Lauren and potty training.

It has developed in to a medical issue which is not easily cured.

This by far has been my darkest time as a parent. I know it could be worse. We have healthy, happy children, but that doesn't make it easier. School starts in 3 weeks and I am panicked. How are we going to get through this? How will the other kids at school treat her? Will they make fun of her the rest of her life? Will her teacher be understanding? I'm nervous, worried, and so over it. If I never see or talk about poop again it will be too soon.

Its not her fault. Its probably ours, but it needs to get resolved.

Done with one

Dear Brier,

You turned two on Friday. We took you camping - something that I continue to regret. But I forgive you ;)

You are developing into a feisty, funny, chatterbox. You are speaking in full sentences and starting to potty train. You win everyone you meet over with your grin.

Much to my surprise you love meat and vegetables. You happily chomp on asparagus and green beans, but bacon is really your true passion.

You are a fearless swimmer and without hesitation jump off of the side of the pool in to the water.

Please don't ever lose your spark.

Love you to the moon.

XO MOM

Possessive

Brier just turned two. Lauren is still three. Seeing them interact together is adorable sometimes. They kiss and hug each other when they don't know we're watching. Brier often refers to Lauren as "My Lauren"- my Lauren is crying. My Lauren hit my arm. Adorable. Well not the crying and hitting part so much.
I hope this trend continues and their relationship continues to grow.