The Algeras

Yes, this is an old picture, and somewhat shocking too. But this is what we are celebrating today! Two poops on the potty! One at Grandma's house and one before bed. She told me she had to go both times, hopped on the potty seat, and went! I feel like all the time watching her just sit there is starting to pay off. I know that two poops do not a potty trained child make, but it's nice to get off dirty diaper duty for a day. Especially since she ate a whole apple yesterday. Seeds, core and all. It was good to let the plumbing take care of that nasty stuff!

The kids slept in a little this morning, so we had to hurry a bit to get to Sara's doctor appointment. She's a healthy two year old. She's still on the small side - 23.5 pounds and 33.5 inches. But she's active and talkative and pretty well behaved. She chatted away to the doctor and giggled "It tickles my tummy!" during her physical.

She got two shots today, hepatitis and flu. She cried "Why, why, mommy? I'm sorry! Why, why?" I felt so bad. I keep reminding myself that I'd feel worse if she got sick because I skipped the vaccines. Be tough, Mom! Mommy-ing isn't for wimps!

We picked up Sara's two year pictures on the way to Grandma's house. They turned out so cute! They really caught her Sara look. Her haircut was curly and girly and when she agreed to stop running she posed so nicely. I'll be sending some out to New Jersey soon. Ellen, your's are at Mom's house.

Sara had fun playing with Allison and Andrew who spent the night at Grandma and Grandpa's house. Allison read me her new fish book, and Andrew climbed on everything. Sara was so worn out she fell asleep about halfway home and took a good nap. David got a cat nap on the drive and then played with me for the afternoon. He can be a fussy baby, but when he grins there is no one cuter!

When Ben got home, Sara demanded pouncing and chasing games immediatly. She had lots of energy to spare! She ate a dinner that "tastes so good!" and then calmed down a bit. David fussed while I was at the grocery store but magically calmed down right when I got back. They're both sleeping now, and I'm hoping to get a little sleep in tomorrow, too!