*phases*

we all go through phases in our life, kids especially. it amuses me to think back at the stuff my kids liked [or didn't like] throughout the years of their young lives. these are some phases they are currently going through:

Natalie:

- who onced LOVED ketchup and syrup, now does not even want it on her plate. she eats her fries, waffles, pancakes, etc. PLAIN!

- started saying this cute little phrase when she wants something: "I really wish... [INSERT DESIRE HERE]. for example, this morning she told me: "I really wish i could spend the night at grandma's house today..." yeah, she thinks she's slick.

Russell:

- decided he doesn't like to go poopoo in the potty unless he has someone to accompany him throughout the entire time. and he's had two accidents in his underwear too. this is the same kid who just one week ago was going poopoo EVERY SINGLE TIME he went PEEPEE in the potty. i mean, i envied his bowel movements! (TMI, i know)

- turned into a little chef! every time i go into the kitchen to cook, he throws on his apron and chef's hat and runs to his little kitchen (that they've had for almost 3 years now, but for some reason is getting more attention these days) and will start "cooking" his own dish. orange juice (consisting of an orange dropped inside of a cup), and a hamburger (fresh out of the "oven", topped with cheese, lettuce and tomato) are a couple of his specialties.

my domesticated child: