POTTY TIME!

Our great excitement yesterday evening revolved around...the potty.

Part One: Catherine, whom I sometimes fear will *never* get out of diapers, took off her diaper after dinner and was walking around the house. After about 20 minutes she came running to me, saying "Mama! Mama! Poopoo! Peepee! My BUTT!" So we ran off to the restroom and, for the first time i can remember, she ACTUALLY used the toilet when she said she would! TOO EXCITING!

Part Two: Apparently there was an incident this evening that involved a LOT of toilet paper being put into the hall bathroom toilet. When Mapi went to use the *facilities* before going to bed, the toilet threatened to flood the room. As she watched in horror, the (dirty) water rose higher and higher with no signs of stopping. Mapi is a rather sensitive girl. This incident just about sent her over the edge. She did NOT sleep well last night, though bravely made several attempts to use the bathroom after *the incident* in spite of her fear. (((hugs))) My sweet baby!