Now, this bite wasn't a malicious one... and as soon as it happened the tears formed and streamed down his face. My first reaction was to say "Shawn you don't do that. No truck now!" Well, this made the screaming louder. Shawn was ranting "I'm so sorry Mommy, I'm so sorry Mommy." I had no clue what to do. He has never bit like that before! So I got out to the van and got him strapped in (all the while lecturing him on not biting.) The point was driven home the moment it happened... this I know from the look on his face.
My dilemma now was... Do I get him the truck because of the wonderful job he did pooping on the potty... or do I not get it because of the biting? I grabbed the phone and called the first "Veteran Mommy" I could think of... Lindsey. At first she was stumped. It certainly was a tough question. After some talking and thought on the matter... her advice... get the truck for the reward, but make him wait for a period of time to get it as punishment for the bad behavior.
Hardcore potty training day 1.
This afternoon I sat Shawn down and told him that the diapers were going away during the day time and it was time to bring out the big boy unders. This didn't go over well at all. He begged, pleaded, and cried for his diaper back. We had a little chat about all of this and I got him excited for this new chapter in his life.
The verdict for day 1: A huge success. He PPOTP'd about 7 times on his own. Plus... there were no accidents at all!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so proud of my big boy!!! And truth be told, he's pretty proud too!!!
News from the home front on Lil' Red... He attempted his first step the other day! He was at the couch not paying attention and went to take a step and went down. Today he's been standing on his own a whole bunch. It wont be long now!
With the boy's birthdays fast approaching, I decided to take another long trip down memory lane. Ya know, there is a reason I take so many pictures... I love going through them all! Here is to family... now matter how close or far... the memories that are made will always be cherished. I know I missed a lot of people in these collages, but I only had so much time tonight. I'll be working on more later ;)
Family!
Shawn & Mommy
Landon & Mommy
Shawn & Daddy
Landon & Daddy
Shawn & Nanny (She's so special she gets 2 of these with Shawn.)
Landon & Nanny
Shawn & Peeps: Best of Friends
Landon & Peeps
Shawn & MeMe
The Water Obsession Instigator.
Landon & MeMe
Shawn & Pappy
Landon & Pappy
Shawn & Aunt Lizzy/Uncle John
Landon & Aunt Lizzy
GiGi, Poppy, & Pap
Aunt Tearsa & Aunt Sallina
Memories that will last a lifetime.
4 comments:
*sigh* :-) :-) What a great trip down memory lane. I cannot believe what a big boy Shawn has blossomed in to. And what a big boy Landon is blossoming in to. We are so lucky to a part of yours, Jon's & the boys' lives. I am so grateful too- even if I poke a lil fun sometimes- for all the pictures that you do take because it provides wonderful memories to relive again & again :-)
Oops I forgot to comment on the no diaper! That is so fantastic! I am so proud of Shawn for being such a big boy :-D
Aww what a great trip down memory lane. I wish you and i would have be closer when i first got with Cody. That way we wouldnt have lost anytime with the boys. We missed a lot in Shawns life and some in Landon's life. But i think we are making up for that time. NOthing can stop our friendship. We love all of you and cant wait to see you all
What great pics! I am SO proud of Shawn! Now if he would only come over and teach MY little guy how to use the potty! And I can't believe how close Landon is to walking! You guys need to come over to the Mifflinburg Magical House of Firsts :-)
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