Teeth, 7 months and more

*Well, it's been an interesting few weeks.  Two weeks ago after much battle ( REALLY long story) and craziness we were able to get Andrew's cavity fixed! The new dentist was amazing and Andrew did so well.  When we had originally scheduled it with his pediatric dentist the assistant told me that he would have a root canal, etc. etc. and have to come in an hour early to drink the sedative!  Mind you, I never once heard any of this from the dentist and was required to sigh all of these random papers too... I was uneasy about the whole thing, so through various recommendations I found a new dentist.   Thankfully this new dentist just used laughing gas and half-hour later the cavity was fixed and Andrew was good to go. He was more excited about the cool prize he got (a truck) and the one he avoided (an animal that eye's pop out) cause he knew I would be scared of it...   I learned an important lesson that just because it's a well-known pediatric dentist, doesn't mean they are patient friendly and to go with your gut...
*I was invited to a Doppleganger party.  Now mind you the only person I look like is Candace Cameron circa 1980s.  So I finally asked a dear friend who recommended Princess Kate!  (Thank you ERIN)  I loved the idea so I made a Fascinator hat, bought nude heels, and pulled together an outfit!  My favorite part was this conversation with Andrew...
"Mom, you are going to a party without me ?" (picture sad Andrew face)
"Yes, it's just for girls"
"But mom, I am a big fan of girls!"    Yes, you are son, yes you are... Oh boy...

Carrots and Big Blue Eyes

I was feeling a bit frustrated because Daniel wasn't in love with basic baby food... until he tried sweet potatoes and carrots!  He LOVES carrots and sweet potatoes!!!

Preschool

My sweet boy is embarking on his final year of preschool.  To be fair he started really early, because daycare does preschool and two years ago it was all girls that were preschool age and Andrew really wanted to be a part.  So he sat with them as they went through the calendar and daily activities and lessons!  He participated in the academics as much as he could.  He even would remind Becki if she changed the routine!  Now he is four and it will be his final year of preschool with his buddy Wyatt.  They were both so excited that they now take backpacks and have folders to carry their homework in and to return!  Andrew LOVES it!

Labor Day, State Fair, Sweetheart

WOW!  Labor Day is almost over which means that the start of the 2013-2014 school year is upon us.  That means that Andrew has one more year of preschool and then he'll offically be in kindergarden! WOW!!!  We have had a busy, but good week...  I started back to work last week (officially) it was fun but busy. I am enrolled in an ESOL endorsement class, Wednesday evenings!  The first class was last Wednesday and it was fun! (Especially because over 70% of the teachers there are ones I mentored and/or went through the mentor program!)!  On Friday Greg took off of work and him and Andrew enjoyed lunch and getting to watch Turbo at the local Northern Lights theater pub.   Meanwhile, Daniel and I drove to Portland to see a dear friend who had surgery and was in the hospital!  She is doing great!  Saturday meant time for our annual trip to the state fair!  Best part...It's a tradition that our friend Natalie joins us! YAY!  It was too hot! At least 86! SO we enjoyed lots of water, shaved ice, ice cream, more water, and found all of the indoor places to relax and try to cool down!  We are enjoying family and friend time, whenever possible.