The Chronicles of Potty Training- Day 1

I have been dreading this day for some time now. I really have not wanted to start potty training because of the pure convenience of diapers. I also hate being house bound and really dislike messes. I told myself that I would start potty training Michael right when I got done teaching for the summer. Well that month has come and gone. Michael is starting preschool in September, so it is time to get my you know what in gear. He doesn't HAVE to be potty trained to attend school, but I don't know how I feel about preschool teachers changing his diaper...its kinda weird.

I started off by making sure I had all the necessary tools and equipment, for Michael and myself...don't worry I'm not planning on cracking that bottle open until after 3:59.

I was planning on doing the "naked" potty training thing, but Michael freaked out when he didn't have anything on so I let him wear big boy underwear all morning.
He only had 1 1/2 accidents (he caught himself in the middle of one) so he got a big sucker in the afternoon.

He is very proud of himself as you can see! I am giving Michael and myself a "break" this afternoon by having him wear pull-ups. He is still taking potty breaks, but its not a intense as the real underwear if you know what I mean.