Growin' up

I have always been told that time goes by so fast especially when it comes to your children growing up...Now I know what was meant!

As you know Z started "potty training" over 3 weeks ago and I can say that he is officially done. He knows exactly what to do and has only had 3 accidents. He was ready for quite some time but didn't want to hassle with it and I wasn't sure I wanted to fight him. But now that it is done, it is quite nice only having one in diapers. Z also started preschool last week. His first day was on the 3rd and he absolutely LOVED it. I wasn't quite sure how he would do since his first days in Nursery were a nightmare. However, he had no problems. He was so excited and kept asking me when he could go to school. When we got there he told me "Mommy you go and come back later." His teacher said this was the easiest class of 3 year olds she has had. He looks forward to it each time. A was the one who had a difficult time with him going. She wanted to stay with him and didn't want to leave him there. She kept looking at his car seat and pointing inside calling for him. She LOVES being with him and doing what he does so it will take some getting use to. It has been good to have the one-on-one time with her.

A started Nursery at the beginning of the month. Quite the opposite reaction to Z. We just switched to the afternoon schedule so we will see how she does since she won't be getting her nap.

Since we have more time in the morning on Sunday I decided to try out the sponge curlers. After bathtime I had to bribe A with Skittles so she would hold still long enough for me to get them in her hair. I wasn't sure if they would work since her hair is so fine but as you can tell... it did. She is no longer my baby she is becoming a little girl/young lady (with an attitude to go with it).
As I watch Z & A it amazes me how much they learn and understand each day. It is neat how much they remind me of my Nephew J (one of my sister's twins) and my niece K. Certain facial expressions and the way they act at times...Genetics is so fascinating.

Here are a few pictures from Labor Day. We went to Pullen park and had fun with family and friends. Nothing like some outdoor fun with a picnic and rides (Carousel, Paddle Boats & Train)!!