Little Shoes in a Little Potty

I walked past the guest bathroom this afternoon and did a double take. This is what was in the "little potty."

A pair of baby shoes. Clare had taken them out of the little girls' closet and placed them in the potty. I have no idea why. At least shoes are better than her juice cup.

While we're on the subject, I will say that Clare has done great with her potty training. She is in big girl panties all of the time except for nap time and bed time. I am very proud of her!

Do The Dollop

A lot of people have asked about Casey's new job. I guess I was pretty vague when I mentioned it several posts ago. He started this past Monday at Daisy Brand as a Logistics Analyst. We are both so thankful for this opportunity and know that it is an answered prayer.
It is going great so far. The people are nice, and he has already been asked to play in a fantasy football league. What more can a guy ask for? He has had a good first week, although he has yet to bring home any sour cream!

Uncharted Territory

Somebody wasn't lying when they deemed the second year of life the "terrible twos." Lately, I feel as though someone has kidnapped my sweet, agreeable child and replaced her with an evil look-alike!

All kidding aside, the past week Clare has really been testing her limits. If we say 'black,' she says 'white.' If I say 'inside,' she says 'outside.' Loudly. Usually accompanied by a scream/whine. I am hoping this is just a phase and not a reflection of our parenting skills!

This week we are beginning "Toddler Boot Camp." Higher expectations; more structure; less wiggle room in the rules. Hopefully, this will help take the edge off of the "twos."

Don't get me wrong, she still is one of my favorite three kids on earth. I am trying to enjoy every day with my three girls. I feel very lucky to be at home with them, and I know that I will blink and they will all be in school. So, I am just hoping this phase "comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb."

However, I must say, that if this is any preview of what's to come....Sydney is going to really test my skills when it is her turn!

A Change Will Do Us Good

The big news around the Eoff household is that Casey has a new job. He starts on Monday, and we are all very excited. I am very proud of him for sticking it out where he was for so long, but for so many reasons, it was time for a change. We are both optimistic that this will be a move in the right direction for Casey and our family. All that to say, he has had the week off, and we have taken advantage of having Daddy around. Let's get started with the pictures!

We took Clare to the zoo for the first time. She enjoyed the experience, although she didn't want to get to close to this guy.

She is a big fan of penguins.

Here is Clare's flamingo stance. If you look closely, you can see the real ones in the background.

Sydney on the left, Jane on the right

Sometimes a girl gets thirsty during her bath.

Clare has really gotten into her baby dolls lately. Here she is feeding them their cereal.

Jane Bug

Sydney Bean

Parenting at it's best....

Dad's Day

My girls are very lucky. They have a wonderful dad. He wrestles, tickles, provides piggy back rides, plays in the sprinkler, and takes them for pancakes! On this Father's Day, let's take a look at some of the highlights from the past couple of years that have made Casey a dad, and a great one at that.

Hours after becoming a dad

Some down time with Daddy

The girls take a dip.

"What are you going to teach us, Daddy?"

Bonding with Sydney in the hospital

Celebrating Clare's first birthday


Giving Jane one of her first bottles at home.

Getting ready for church

Nobody wrestles better than Daddy!

All I know is that somebody, far, far into the future, is going to have some big shoes to fill.

P.S. Happy Father's Day to another great dad I know...my own.

Double Dipping

The twins started rice cereal this past Monday. They are doing pretty well with it, although I am not sure they really love it. I think more cereal come out than stays in!

Sydney

Jane

The Peanut Gallery

Clare was helping Casey "make a movie," as you can hear in the background of the video. Enjoy!

(Yes, they are in Bumbos on the counter, but I never left their side!)