OVG!

This pregnancy has been very similar to the first. The ultrasound tech quickly ran the doppler over the entire baby at the beginning of the appointment, Walter and I were both pretty sure of what we saw. I didn't have my heart set on either sex and I was pretty sure this would be a boy!

I am so excited to bring another happy, sweet, loving boy into this world. I cannot wait for Oscar and Felix to become best friends and to build a bond that is unbreakable!

Oscar Vincent, you already light up my life! I cannot wait to hold you in my arms! I imagine what you look like and how absolutely beautiful you will be! I love feeling you kick, I love the thought of your giggle, I love imagining you and your brother playing with each other and I am so excited for our journey to begin! Always remember, I love you to the moon and back!

I hope the world is ready for the Garcia brothers!

Ridin' the Potty Train!!

I stole that saying from my sister. She recently went through potty training with my nephew. They called us on FaceTime one morning and said, "We're ridin' the potty train!" Loved it! He did it like a champ! It seemed to come so natural for him...I can't help, but be a little envious! I know there were/are difficult potty days for her, my BIL and my nephew, but he seemed to transition into the new phase really well!

So now it is our turn...we started months back, having Felix sit on the potty chair. He was hesitant and wasn't too sure, but it soon became easier. Beginning the 2nd of this month we jumped on the train! It was time to get serious! He now uses the potty most of his days. Diapers are for nap and nighttime and of course some random times in between, but in general the potty is in regular use throughout the day.

Today we took our first trip out of the house, without a diaper on and we were successful! We drove to the aquarium, no accidents! While at the aquarium, 2 bathroom breaks and no accidents! Our drive home, no accidents!

I am proud to say we are definitely, "Ridin' the Potty Train"! Choo Choo!

2013

It's a new year with new beginnings! Life in the Garcia house will be changing with the expansion of our family! It will be an adjustment for us all!
I am excited to start a new chapter of our lives. I am excited to watch Felix become a big brother! I am excited to have a little baby in our house to shower with love! I am excited that I have Walter to share the experience with! I am super excited to watch my best friend and his wife transition into wonderful parents!
2012 was a great year as I watched Felix grow into a little kid! I am anxious to see his development this year and how he will respond to a younger sibling. Right now it is all fun and games, he thinks he and Mommy both have a baby in their tummy.
Bring on the new year with a new adventure and a healthy pregnancy!