things sick kids do

now that the flu symptoms have passed, we are all feeling a little better. however, the cough and ridiculously runny nose has stayed to play. so we are doing errands and playing outside when the sun shines, but still not feeling 100 %. i am anxiously awaiting that day.

in the meantime, charlie is really enjoying the swing the neighbors let us borrow. he sits and watches the fishies swim round and round. he even gets a big smile on his face and sometimes tries to coo at his fish. he is a pretty happy dude, albeit one who doesn't sleep much.

eden has discovered a new love: cinderella. all things cinderella. she now has the movie, the barbie, and several cinderella figurines. she even has a potty seat featuring cinderella, but unfortunately for me, this beautiful potty seat has not spurned any more potty success. tomorrow we are going to try something new. we have tried rewards (5 crystals gets you a present from the treasure chest), bribes (disneyland! with cousins and friends!) and pretty undies. nothing has worked for more than a few minutes. so any suggestions from potty training experts, ie anyone whose child will actually use a potty, please please help us!

we remain in southern california. it has been wonderful and sunny until today. hopefully the sun will return soon. it certainly makes us smile!