Big Day for Benjamin and a First for Evan

Benjamin had a 2-milestone day yesterday! It seemed to be just another ordinary Sunday, with plans to go to the pool, relax, and hopefully get one or two things done. However, there were just a couple of things that made this day pretty special.


I wanted Benjamin and Evan to get some time in at the pool as a warm up for the beach. We headed off to the Country Club after about an hour of getting ready. I remember thinking how much effort it took to get both boys and ourselves ready for swimming, when by the time we got to the pool it would be about time for their naps! I tried to relax and take some deep breaths. After all, what is the point of spending so much energy getting ready when you are not going to enjoy yourself? Evan took right to the water and didn't seem phased at all. He had a serious look for a while but finally loosened up and splashed around. Benjamin tried on his floaties and hopped in the pool. Much to everyone's surprise they helped him to swim and even jump in the water independently! What a fun surprise for us, and especially for him! Benjamin was so proud of himself and even said, "I'm doing great!". Mommy and daddy were doing even better when we enjoyed a Mai Tai, and we all split a $16 burger for lunch.


After a long weekend, Lance and I were looking forward to relaxing. We put the boys down for bed and were a bit disappointed when neither one of them went to sleep. After whining for a little while, Benjamin declared that he had to use the potty. I was pretty sure that this was simply a stalling tactic, and I'm still pretty sure that's what it was. But how could we turn down this opportunity? Benjamin actually asked to use the potty! Lance sat with him and read him a book while he sat on the potty. After a few minutes we decided to give him some privacy. Then we heard a shout; "I did it!". We came running, saw the pale yellow water, and scooped him up in our arms. We all rejoiced and savored the moment. Before having kids I would have NEVER realized just how significant and exciting the potty could be.