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Hi. My name is Bethany, and I'm a recovering potty training parent.
Hiiiiiii Bethany.
It's come to this. I'm joining a support group for parents recovering from the trauma of having to clean so many poopy underpants you don't think your nose will ever recover. I'm ready to dip my hands in bleach, folks. That combined with the endless tinkle-fest happening on our floors. I'm done.
Take the other day for instance. Just me, ready to take some quick pics of Sophia in her new Flora Dress. I can't even tell you how many times I sat her on the potty before we left. And she was giving me nothing. Nothing, I tell you. We're talkin' sound of silence, Simon + Garfunkel style. So naturally, as soon as I get her out of the car, positioned accordingly, ready to click, this child has the nerve to announce, "I need to go pottyyyyyyy." Of course. And I know in my heart, I need to find a place for her to squat, but for crying out loud, surely we can get through these pictures? But no. Noooooo. Out comes Niagra Falls and Sophia laughs because my "Oh no!!!" is really hilarious, apparently. But you know what? I just went for it with pictures. So there I was, clicking away, while my daughter was whizzing to her hearts content. (Or more likely, her bladders'.) And the whole time I'm thinking, "I can't believe I don't care more about this whole situation." But what's another accident in the day in the life of a mom with 6 littles? So we're back on the diaper. I'd like to say I've quit potty training for good, but I just can't seem to give it up. Come Monday, I'll be thinking that we can give it another go. I'm afraid I'll be using for the rest of my life.
But in happier sewing news, this awesome pattern by the talented, Heidi of Elegance and Elephants is on sale here, plus it's 10% off (using CODE: FTD10 ) through Dec 8th! I'm gonna sound like an infomercial here, but I mean it when I say that this is a beautiful, versatile pattern (no enclosures guys. I repeat, no enclosures!) It's already made it's way into my list of favorite patterns. Did I mention no buttons or zippers??? ;) It comes together quickly, which makes for a quick Christmas dress sew or a fast tunic. It's lined, no serger needed, and it has 3 different sleeve lengths. It also has 3 different bodice styles. I went with the basic A bodice and ended up rolling up the sleeves, just for fun. I liked the vibe with the large gingham flannel checks. Plus the fit is great. You may have noticed that it is short. The fact is, I made it for one of the twins, but they were unavailable for hire at the time. (Read: tired and cranky). Sophia is basically the same size as the twins, except for height, so we're going to saw I went with a "vintage" style, but if I'd remembered pants, it would have made a great tunic. :) Obviously, whatever works is the theme of my life. You guys know I don't really get on board with a pattern unless it's simple, so if you're in the market for a lovely sew, I'm a fan. So hop over here and use CODE FTD10 for 10% off and happy sewing! Or potty training, if you happen to be on that fabulous parenting journey, like me.
Hopped over here from Elegance and Elephants and I am laughing out loud at your post (probably not super helpful to you!). I HATE potty training... the bodily functions we come to tolerate in the most unimaginable places clearly indicates this is a traumatizing time for parents! Good luck and as people so helpfully told me- "hardly anyone goes to college in diapers". I mean, seriously people, college isn't exactly around the corner and I'd rather not spend 15+ years cleaning pee and poop from every surface my child encounters.
ReplyDeleteOh, and this dress is adorable! I have been searching for a classic, cute no closure dress for so long :)
I feel ya! We attempted potty training a few weeks ago. It didn't last too long, sooo we are back in diapers for a few more months. She is super cute though and love that dress! I'm gonna get it for my girls!
ReplyDeleteLove the buffalo plaid! I definitely take advantage of whatever child is willing to "work" I may have put Peyton in a "tunic" that the twins would not wear in the past.
ReplyDeleteyou know what I don't understand?? why superman has two first name, and why CLARK can't be his last name? you know how cool it would of been if my friend could of shared a last name with SUPERMAN? way cool!! but boo, whoever had the bright idea to make him CLARK Kent ruined out dreams!!! I am disappointed in the world!!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adorable! Love the fabric too!
ReplyDeleteI love what you do with this blog! and the realism about potty training. Worst part of parenting, period.
ReplyDeleteWell instead of canceling the much needed vacation, invest in a travel potty seat and take the training on the road.Travel Potty Seat
ReplyDeleteHi, I love the dress. Is the fabric flannel? I am a bit confused. Donna
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ReplyDeleteافضل شركة تنظيف منازل بالدمام
شركة تنظيف شقق بالدمام شركة تنظيف شقق بالدمام
شركة مكافحة حشرات بالخبر شركة مكافحة حشرات بالخبر
شركة رش مبيدات بالدمام شركة رش مبيدات بالدمام
شركة تنظيف بالخبر شركة تنظيف بالخبر
افضل شركة نقل عفش بالاحساء افضل شركة نقل عفش بالاحساء
شركة كشف تسربات المياه بالاحساء شركة كشف تسربات المياه بالحساء
شركتنا شركة تنظيف خزانات بجدة
ReplyDeleteبعدة عوامل هامة تجعلنا أفضل شركة تنظيف خزانات بجدة فتقوم بجميع خدمات التنظيف ومنها تنظيف
والشوائب الخزانات بجدة وايضا شركة تنظيف خزانات بالمدينة المنورة متخصصة في مجال تنظيف الخزانات وكذلك شركة غسيل خزانات بالمدينة سواء كانت العلوية أو السفلية وتعقيمها تعقيم تام بأفضل أنواع المطهرات
تتميز شركتنا شركة تنظيف خزانات بجدة
ReplyDeleteبعدة عوامل هامة تجعلنا أفضل شركة تنظيف خزانات بجدة فتقوم بجميع خدمات التنظيف ومنها تنظيف
والشوائب الخزانات بجدة وايضا شركة تنظيف خزانات بالمدينة المنورة متخصصة في مجال تنظيف الخزانات وكذلك شركة غسيل خزانات بالمدينة سواء كانت العلوية أو السفلية وتعقيمها تعقيم تام بأفضل أنواع المطهرات
أيضا لدينا في شركتنا من أهم الخدمات الخاصة بتنظيف خزانات المياه اطلب من شركة تنظيف خزانات بمكة المكرمة خدمات متنوعة فنحن تقوم بعمل كشف على خزانك ولو وجد خلل بالخزان تقوم بتصليح خزانك ونقوم بعمل اللازم وعمل عزل كامل للخزان من الداخل لمنع تسربات المياه من الخزانات شركة صيانة خزانات بجدة نضمن لك عزيزي العميل بان تكون عملية الصيانة والتنظيف تتم على أكمل وجه فلدينا فريق محترف خاص بعملية عزل الخزانات بجدة واخلاءها من الأتربة والترسبات الموجودة بقاع الخزان وترك الخزان نظيف تماما من جميع الأتربة الموجودة بالقاع
من اقوى شركات نقل العفش مع الفك والتركيب تلك التي توجد في مكة المكرمة وقد نالت شركه نقل عفش بمكه شهرة واسعة لأنها تعتمد على اساليب حديثة في اعمال نقل العفش مع الفك والتركيب
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