The last few weeks have gone by so fast and I have a few exciting milestones to report. Mark has been doing really well and so far I would say having a newborn is easier the second time around. Of course things are significantly more hectic and demanding with two kids than it was with just one - but the baby part itself is easier this time. So, my first bit of exciting news is that Mark is now sleeping for 6-7 hour stretches at night. (just the last two nights but I'm optimistic) Hooray! The next exciting news is that Emily is starting to be potty trained. She actually asked to sit on her potty lastnight after her bath. Mark was in his bouncy seat in the next room at that time screaming through the bath so I went to get him soon as I could. By the time I got him Emily was running around diaperless so in the rush I forgot to check her potty. I didnt notice until later that she had completed such a big milestone. So sorry Emily! But she did it and I'm very excited about the possibility of a repeat performance soon! Unfortunately Emily and Mark have both come down with a cold. No fever or infections, just head colds. Not optimal but both have been fairly happy even though they are under the weather. I was at the doctor this morning and they weighed Mark. He is now 10lbs. That is pretty big for 5 weeks old! Here is a pic of my awesome (getting closer to potty trained) 21month old and poor sweet Mark napping in his car seat (it helps with the congestion) even though we aren't going anywhere..