Big Milestones for the Murray Household

Sporting his new under-roos

January 30th marks the day we really hunkered down and officially started potty training Mason.  We had halfheartedly tried before but weren't consistent....but this time we weren't going back this time.  We faced potty training like we face most parenting tasks without books and when we are all ready.  This has worked for us in the past and worked again this time.  Mason had a few accidents within the first few days but other then that he has transitioned to under- roos well.  We even send him to school in underwear.  Nap time, bedtime and pooping time are the only times Mason wears a diaper these days and we are all happy about that.

January 22nd Ava started taking a couple of steps before falling right on her butt!  It was the cutest thing EVER!  Fast forward to today and she is now walking more then crawling and has become a daredevil.  She is still a little wobbly but has no fear and loves loves loves to climb.  The other day I was straightening up and when I turned back around to check on the kiddos Ava as sitting on the couch next to Mason.  She had used a Lego bucket to climb on up and sit next to Mason.  Ava also loves going up and down the stairs and to scoot off our bed.  She gets it; she turns around and goes feet first and gets excited about it every time.

Our climbing machine

On top of Mason's garage 

Never a dull moment at the Murray household and we wouldn't have it any other way!

My Happy Place {Florida Trip 2015/2016}

1st Plan ride with 2 kids!

December 31, 2015 marks the first time we flew with 2 kids!  We woke the kids up too early to head south for some warmer temps and R&R.  The trip was fairly uneventful and when we landed the sun was shining bright.  The first day left Matt and I exhausted; we unpacked, went to the store, I took Mase to the pool (once I realized a nap wasn't happening) and started getting the house situated for 2 kiddos.  We made it through the hard day and we were both dreaming of the days ahead when our heads hit the pillow at 8:30 pm.

If you don't know, Florida is my happy place.  I love it there and apparently so does Mason. He adjusted well and didn't want to leave after being there for 2 weeks.

Despite everyone getting sick and staying sick on the trip it was so fun. Vacations don't really exist with two little kids. It's more like parenting in warmer weather and I'll take that. Chicago winters can be long so venturing out sans layers is a dream come true.

Some of the highlights of our trip were checking out the Wonder Garden, Naples  Children's Museum, the beach and the farmer's market. Oh and Mason's favorite swimming when the weather was warm enough. Overall, we had a successful trip and are all dreaming of going back. 

Naples Children's Museum, a huge hit with Mason!

Enjoying the sunset on the beach

Till next timeFlorida!