Quick update

Life has been busy in the Bartell household this month. We have been working hard at potty training and Bella is doing great, she's stayed dry all day on many occasions and she is starting to let us know when she has to go...but I imagine it will still be some time before we aren't setting a timer in 60-minute intervals for "potty time".

Isabella is talking up a storm, singing songs and literally growing up before our eyes. She insists on eating meals in the big chair and her highchair has been stowed away, she climbed out of her crib for the first time over the weekend and soon I'm sure she'll be doing it on a regular basis. I haven't had a chance to download the most recent videos but here is a favorite of mine from back in December...I hope it adds a smile to your day.

Hello 2009!

Happy New Year! Jason rang in 2009 with friends on an annual ice fishing trip up north. New Year's Eve was pretty uneventful for me...after tucking in Bella I relaxed and painted my toenails...a little self-pampering goes a long way.

This past weekend we focused on potty training with big girl underpants and a timer set every hour to help remind us when it was time to potty. Isabella did really good, only a couple little accidents, she earned lots of candy! Bella also entertained us this weekend with spontaneous singing, she makes up little songs and sings her little heart out...I'll try to get one on video for a upcoming post.

Wishing you all a happy and healthy 2009!