Ten years ago yesterday, I received this sweet introductory e-mail from some guy named Chris: Teresa, I received your address from Mary’s aunt today. I just thought I’d drop ya a line and say “hey.” Hope you’re having a good
How it all began



Ten years ago yesterday, I received this sweet introductory e-mail from some guy named Chris: Teresa, I received your address from Mary’s aunt today. I just thought I’d drop ya a line and say “hey.” Hope you’re having a good

Over the past week or so, Avery has really improved her “swimming” skills. She has started kicking her feet and jumping from the steps into Daddy’s arms. She doesn’t spend a lot of time in the water, but she definitely

Over the past week or so, Avery has really improved her “swimming” skills. She has started kicking her feet and jumping from the steps into Daddy’s arms. She doesn’t spend a lot of time in the water, but she definitely

It’s been about 10 days since we started potty training Avery. I’m happy to report that she continues to improve and has had only a few minor “situations.” The worst experience for me was last Tuesday, the first day I went back

It’s been about 10 days since we started potty training Avery. I’m happy to report that she continues to improve and has had only a few minor “situations.” The worst experience for me was last Tuesday, the first day I went back

Our whirlwind weekend of potty training is officially over! Today was the best day of the three, as expected. We still had problems getting her to sleep at bedtime tonight, but naptime was a piece of cake. Here’s how it all played out

Our whirlwind weekend of potty training is officially over! Today was the best day of the three, as expected. We still had problems getting her to sleep at bedtime tonight, but naptime was a piece of cake. Here’s how it all played out

Day two of training was even better! Although we still had plenty of false alarms, there were considerably fewer than yesterday. And we noticed that she would have two or three false alarms rather successively, followed by a full-on potty.

Day two of training was even better! Although we still had plenty of false alarms, there were considerably fewer than yesterday. And we noticed that she would have two or three false alarms rather successively, followed by a full-on potty.

Well, day one of potty training boot camp is complete. Except for the nighttime. We’ll see how that goes! Here’s a rundown of our day: 8:30 a.m. – First panties. 9:35 a.m. – Accident in panties followed by one drop