The Big News!

I know some of you didn't even know we were expecting--don't feel bad. Only those who came in contact with Mel or Anna got the news. I am a little more hesitant about spreading it too soon, seeing as how I've already had a miscarriage. It's also a little awkward--how do you just bring that up in casual conversation? Anyway, so far so good. We had our 20 week ultra sound today, and much to Anna's delight, it looks like it is a girl! I am so excited, but I cringe a little at another head of hair to comb. As far as we could tell in the ultra sound, which isn't very far, things look okay--especially for an old lady like me having kids! (: Again, sorry it you didn't know--it's nothing personal!

FINALLY!

I know I am a wussy mother, but we finally did it. Anna is DONE with her plug. She got this Ariel dress as a reward, and it didn't hurt that Halloween is coming up! (: I tried once to take it away, and it was traumatic and painful, and we (read Mel) gave her the plug back because "the fairy hadn't taken it yet." Well, she lost the plug she was borrowing from Thys, so that was it. She went to sleep without it, I ordered the Ariel dress, and we were done. No drama, no tears. Who knew it could be so easy? Oh, yeah. All of you who have been thinking, "Do it already! The kid is four years old!!!" As you can see, I will have to do this again. But next time I think I will start a little earlier--like now!

Who Cares If It Rains?

Obviously not Thys and Anna. Thys LOVES going in the wagon, especially with Papa. Okay, he loves everything, especially with Papa. Anyway, it was pouring rain, but he still told Papa to "Come on," and turned off the TV, got his shoes, and headed for the garage. Mel obliged.

What Happens When Dad Goes to the Store

Need I say more?!?!?!

A Fish in Water

Anna took swimming lessons for the last month of summer. As she already loved the water and "swimming," she did awesome. She can float, kick and even do some strokes. At the end of each session, she got to go off the diving board. She loved it, of course. They had her wear a life jacket, but later while we were swimming, she went off without one. I had to catch her, and I didn't have a floaty or a life jacket, and I think we were lucky we both made it to the side without drowning. I won't do that again!