Thursday, February 26, 2009

When a Strong Will is Helpful

I didn't plan on trying to potty train Creed today, but I mentioned to him that M&M's would be involved when he did go potty. Creed took it upon himself to try to go today. He started on the big potty in the bathroom, but when the rest of us wanted to go outside, he opted for this makeshift bucket with a potty topper.

Creed on the potty: 3:24 P.M.

Creed going strong; reading a book to pass the time: 3:45 P.M. A little snack of grapes should pass the time: 3:56 P.M.


Brother West, like the trainer in the boxing ring, gives Creed a little pep talk and tries to expedite the situation: 4:14 P.M.The sun has shifted and Creed needs a little shade: 4:28 P.M.


Creed getting a little discouraged: 4:34 P.M.
Call it: 1 hour and 13 minutes Creed sat on the potty. Without getting up. Now that is what you call ring around the bottom.
Lose the potty. Maybe going on the grass will motivate.

The cry of defeat. No potty today. Back in diapers and really mad about it. :)

9 comments:

Daryl & Diana said...

Oh my goodness! That is so funny and so sad at the same time.

Ben and Robin T said...

Hilarious! Thanks for sharing.

marilisa said...

That is great! I thought Caleb's 30 minutes was a record=-)

cheryl said...

Such a great post.
Hang in there Creed! You can do it. Way to have some strong determination.

Carey and Norman said...

Too funny! Love the play by play shots!!

Anonymous said...

This is hysterical. I am laughing out loud!!!

Amy Sherwin

Old DAN AND Little ANN said...

That was hilarious and heart breaking. He was so devoted. I hate it when good things don't come easy - especially with such dedication involved. Please keep us posted when he breaks through to the other side. I don't think I can stand the heartbreak of that last picture for too long!

vicki said...

Those pictures are precious! and what a great big bro West is!! :o) Good luck Creed...you can do it!

MLewis said...

Any more interest from Creed with the potty?

Now then, STAND STILL, and see this great thing the Lord is about to do before your very eyes! 1 Samuel 12:16