Remarkable Progress Potty Training

James is doing exceptionally well with potty training. It is truly amazing. About a week and a half ago, I switched James to underwear. He learned very quickly that you don't want to pee pee in your pants (cause it goes everywhere). From that point on, he has had very few accidents. In fact, he has not had a single accident at school (knock on wood).

For the last 3 nights, James has woken up dry. I was shocked. The poor little guy was real sick on Wednesday night, but he managed to stay dry. On Thursday night, he went to bed at 6:30 and woke up at 6:30 the next morning...DRY!!!! And last night he went to bed normal time (8:00) and woke up just before 7:00...again dry! Each morning he calls for me and says he needs to go potty.

I am so pleased with his progress. I would tell any parent that has been struggling with potty training to consider abandoning the pull ups and go to underwear. The first time he had an accident in his underwear (it was everywhere...so be prepared for that), but he freaked out and learned very quickly that he did not like that feeling. YEAHHH!!!!

CBC Ladies Retreat 11/2 - 11/4

Community Bible Church hosted a Ladies Retreat at Camp Buckner the weekend of 11/2 through 11/4. I was privledged to attend!! I met some amazing ladies, gave myself a weekend to detox and really focus on myself, and actually had some great fun. The was really uplifting music, workshops, quiet times, meals, etc.

I decided to attend the CBC retreat completely alone, not knowing a soul. I signed up for the carpool hoping to meet some ladies on the 90 minute drive to Marble Falls where Camp Buckner is located. Lyn was our driver, Lisa, Barbara and myself were the passengers. We immediately hit it off! Barbara is actually the office manager for James' pediatrician...small world. I will never forget these ladies...they are truly great women.


When we arrived, we registered and got assigned to our cabins. We were all sleep in different quarters...which was ok, cause that meant I got to meet even more new people. I set up my bunk and headed to the "newbie" meeting for all women who have never been to a CBC retreat. While waiting for that to begin, I met Barbara (a different lady from my carpool Barbara). She invited me to sit with her and we were good friends for the rest of the weekend. We headed to dinner together and had lots to chat about. During dinner, I looked up and saw my neighbor. I had no idea she would be there...but it was a pleasant surprise. We had lots of time to chat and catch up.


The weather was so beautiful the whole weekend which allowed being outdoors to be very pleasant. I didn't sleep too well the first night. Kind of difficult on a top bunk with 15 other women in the room. The retreat team was sweet to provide ear plugs...but I wasn't smart enough to use the for the first night...got smarter the second night!


Below are some pictures from the weekend.

Some amazing sculptures

Closer up of one of the sculptures

Where we received communion

Beautiful scenery

Jen (my neighbor), me and Teresa (my other neighbor)

Barbara and me

Lisa, Lyn, Barbara and me (Our Carpool)

On the way home we took a scenic route and got a great view of a private castle. Take a look!

Halloween and Pink Eye...all in one day

On the eve of Halloween, James developed Pink Eye...Conjuctivitis. So, luckily, his father was able to start the medication at about 6:00 pm the night before, so we were safe to trick or treat the evening of Halloween. Here are some pics from our day home together.

He's my angel...even though the shirt suggests otherwise. :)

He doesn't look too sick, does he?

If that's not an angel, I don't know what is!!

After I got done working my sick boy to the bone with housework (yeah right), it was almost time for trick or treating. At first, he wasn't too excited about putting on his costume.

Buzz Lightyear to the rescue!!

Buzz Lightyear not so sure about being Buzz Lightyear.

Happy Buzz with Papa.

Trick or Treat!!

Look what I got!!

We had a wonderful evening together. It was really nice to have the whole day together and then enjoy Halloween, friends, trick or treating, and handing out candy.

Spurs Game with Dad - 10/30/07

Dad and I went to the Spurs game on Tuesday, October 30, 2007. He received the tickets from Resources. This was my very first Spurs game. About time since I've lived here for almost 5 years. The Spurs played the Portland Trail Blazers. The was opening night at the AT&T center and we had the pleasure of seeing the Spurs receive their 2007 championship rings. As expected, the Spurs won (106 - 97).

Here are some fun pics from the Game.

Sea World - What Fun!!

Well, I bit the bullet and bought a season pass for Sea World. James and I get the rest of this year along with 2008 unlimited into Sea World. Melissa and Jack invited James and me to Sea World for a 10-2 visit.

It's great going with a pro, cause I have no idea what I am doing just yet. We got into the park and took some quick pics.

Then it was off to the Sea Lion Show. Which was really fun, very amazing, and a wee bit hot!!

Then...we went to have some fun at the pool. We went in the wave pool...all the boys were pros at jumping at the waves. Then we went down the big twisty slide. That was probably more fun for mommy than it was for James.

After the pool, it was lunch at the cafe. The boys got the pleasure of seeing a really cool Shamu show right after lunch. Since the boys were quite tired after lunch, we decided to feed the dolphins and then head out. It was a blast. Can't wait to go back!!

It's been a long time

Ok, Sorry to all the people who read my blog. I haven't posted in what seems like forever...probably because it has been close to a month. Luckily for me I will get in a post or two before September is out.

Here's a little recap of September's events. On September 1st, I regained possesion of my house. So I spent all of Labor Day weekend cleaning the filthy thing. I know the market is slow, but I wouldn't have bought my house either.

We moved back in about September 7th and James was a little confused. He didn't really understand why Mommy was staying at Daddy's house and Daddy wasn't there. This is such a tough age for them to understand things...but I try and do my best.

September has also brought some fun church events.

I promise I won't wait so long to write going forward. Need to make the time to record the wonderful events of mine and James'. Love you all!

Some Pics of Jimmy James

Here are some recent pics of James. He is growing up so fast and changing almost daily.

Such a good eater - yummy hotdogs

James is standing next to "his" grass. They grew grass from seeds in school and we planted it in the backyard.

Fun in the sandbox!!

James loves his Block Tower...and loves to knock it down too!

Bath Time!!!

James is doing well in school and at home. We have lots of fun together, even though from time to time his little energetic self can drive me crazy. I love him more than words can say!!