Potty training...I give up

Bennett is starting school in 1 week, I have been trying to work hard on potty training and I am not being very successful, I have to say I am frustrated and after changing underwear 3 or 4 times in only a few hours, I am mad. I shouldn't get mad, I know... and I don't tell him I am but.....Come on!

We have #2 almost under control and we have improved on #1. I guess you just keep trying right?
Is it that he is not ready or I am just not doing a good job? Brock is already wanting to seat on the potty chair, hopefully he "gets" it faster than his big brother.

On the other hand, he is so bright, he is starting to read, knows more dinosaurs than I do, can speak English and Spanish, knows his numbers and overall I think is brighter than I ever was at that age. I am suure, I didn't know about planets, oceans, states and capitals at 3. This worries me too since he told me the other day..."whatever mom, it's my life" Okay, where does a 3 year old get this from? I can only imagine what he will tell me at 6,12 and of course 18. Oh man! Scary !!!

Okay, I shouldn't complain...right?

 This is a video of him at 2 saying the Pledge of Allegiance...his daddy is a patriot so he made sure his baby starts learning at an early age! Enjoy its really cute!
ps...he did get his teeth brushed after the milk.... :)
xo,
L

Why do bad things happen to good people?

I have ALWAYS asked myself that question. Why would GOD let this happen to ...so and so...
I don't understand it yet.... and probably never will.

Once I heard my dad say that seeds need to die to bare fruit...meaning sometimes pain is necessary in our lives to grow, to appreciate and to be thankful.

Sunday, I saw one of you at church and going through difficult times...I cried with her and I have prayed for her. In her sadness though there was  joy, she even said this is was an answer to prayer! Imagine that!!

I do have to agree with her, going through difficult times brings you to your knees and you realize many times,  it is me, myself and I and until that time you know that everyone in your life may fail you but God...and it is wonderful to realize that He is always there, in good times and bad.

As I listen to my boys scream together as I work on this post I can only say...I am so thankful for everyday and I pray that if I ever have to go through difficult times I can find joy knowing God is with me and will Never leave me.

Thank you my friend for reminding me that finding joy in the midst of difficult times is hard but, not impossible!

xo,L

Very Happy!!

I am very happy to share that Lisa (Dr. Bienstock)  is joining the practice. I have been looking for someone special for a long time and I believe I have found her. We are both very much alike in many ways and I think you are all going to love her. My only concern is that you might love her more than you love me!? :)

Anyway, we are working together to continue to make sure that you are always taken care of and loved. I feel she will be a perfect fit and I am thankful and excited to have her in our practice.

We will be having an open house for all the moms out there on July 23rd and we hope to see you there. More details to come!!

Have a safe and happy 4th of July. I have said it before and I will say it again. Although born and raised in Mexico and obviously proud of my Hispanic heritage, I am so proud to also be an American. I love this country and what it stands for.

God Bless you and God Bless America! Land of the free and home of the brave!!!

xo, Lidieth

What do you love the most about your kids...and your husband?

As I try to take it all in...having a 3 year old a 1 year old and a baby girl on the way, I try to enjoy the little things each of them brings to my life.

My Bennett's independence is flourishing, he wants to eat by himself, bathe himself and many other things, initially I was sad but, I love that I see that in him and pray that he becomes a strong, independent individual that can accomplish any goal he sets for himself.

Brock is very strong physically and has a strong will like his mama...he is starting to really show when he is not happy about something and sometimes I don't know what to do about correcting that (hitting his brother)!! Although I don't like it, I do...I want him to be strong and courageous, stand up for himself and others.  He is such a lover though! I can't get enough of that!

My baby girl is growing well and I just love dreaming about her life...will she be mellow like Greg or crazy like me? Will she look like daddy and his brothers or more Mexican, like me?

My husband, the love of my life, my one and only love is...everything to me. I just don't know what I would do without him!    We try to spend a few minutes talking and making out before bed (that is hugging for a few minutes and kissing on the lips). How is that for making out?

My life is about to get a little crazier and I just want to enjoy it. One of you guys said to me, "Long days, short years" and you are so right so, I decided that even if I have an awful day I will be thankful and enjoy the little things that are so precious.
Thanks for letting me share and have my therapy for the day! Have a great one and God Bless!

My strong willed child and his very mellow dad!

Bennett having a little fun.

xo, L

 Love having pictures taken of the boys. Carrie does a great job and somehow always manages to get some good pictures of the boys. Every time we see her I am amazed she can even get them to look at the camera. Let alone smile! Enjoy!

Brock is one year old!

 My baby boy is one year old! Wow... time flies! I am always amazed at the love children bring into your life and how much richer it is because of them. I try to just take it all in, even when there is chaos... which it happens quite a bit around here with 4 boys running around.
I just enjoy the precious time God has given to us with them and treasure the blessing and tremendous responsibility it is.
As I wait anxiously for my baby girl I can't help but dream about what she will look like and what she will be like. Although I worry about it all, I can't help but be full of excitement for what God has planned for us.
Take a moment to take it all in...look at your babies.... enjoy and be thankful!

Life is full of surprises ....and lessons!

First, an apology. I have been so busy for so many reasons I have not had time to sit at my computer and blog. It is crazy to think that you don't even have 5 minutes to do this but, I am so tired at the end of the day that I just want my bed. So, here I am again. Let's keep sharing....

I am a planner and I don't like surprises. I want everything under control at my office at home and with my kids...and husband :) I guess you can call me a control freak. My sisters and brothers all agree I am simply a freak!

God amazes me as he always has these funny ways of sharing little secrets with me like....You are not in control! I should just write it 1000 times and see if that helps.  I just have to understand, accept and KNOW that I am in control of nothing. He is in control of everything and against all odds I am pregnant...AGAIN! Yes, ladies.... again., Yes, I am crazy, Yes, my babies will only be 14 months apart and YES! ......I do know how this happens I just thought it never would without the help of my reproductive endocrinologist.

It is just hilarious to see your faces when you come in the office, look at me then the belly and say "ARE YOU PREGNANT.....AGAIN?! I just love it !!!  So, I guess I am not busy enough and now I have to get into pink, dance, princess stuff and all because IT IS A GIRL!

So, stay tuned this is about to get a lot more exciting and scary at the same time. I can only say God is soo good, His will is perfect and I am totally happy (after a few...ok, more than a few tears) with the idea of having a little girl to raise and love...and fight with when she is a teenager. I can hardly wait.

My boys are growing so fast!

 3 boys that I adore

Thanks for visiting
xoxo, L