Patriotic Parade & Pizza Pool Party

We had streamers.  We had balloons.  We had flags and lots to wear.  This years parade before the neighborhood pool party was going to be even more fun with two kids!  We didn't spend too much time decking out the stroller this year; Trenton's trike needed it all he said.  :)

Trenton helped Mommy decorate his trike for the parade.

Trenton and Daddy ready for the parade.  Trenton kept saying, "Let's go!"  We were taking long getting ready apparently.

Sunglasses first...............

Then a hat.............Bennett is such a good sport letting Mommy put whatever on him. :)

We came down with the Smiths.  Makena and Bennett were going to ride together in the stroller for the parade. 

Mommy, Bennett, Trenton and Daddy ready for the parade.

All the kids lined up at the starting line for the Patriotic Parade! Kendall, Cona (the dog), Makena, Bennett, Madeleine, Trenton, Maddox

Rounding the corner and heading back to the pool.

The airplane raft was lots of fun!

Aunt Carolyn Visits

Opa's sister came to visit this weekend.  We sure enjoyed seeing Aunt Carolyn, or as the younger generations call her, Aunt KK.  Trenton caught on to that name fast.  No surprise to any of us.  He is a talking fool.  It was a weekend full of introducing her to Bennett, homecooked meals by no other than Granna (yum-yum!), and exploring Marietta/nearby towns.  Trenton loved showing off his hobbies and Bennett enjoyed cuddling.  

 Aunt KK meets Bennett!

Looks like the brother-sister duo have their hands full with the two boys!

 Aunt KK's shift at the dinner table. It is easy to eat with this calm little one. 

Trenton convinced everyone to watch Wall-E, his new favorite movie about a robot. But, as you can see from his Buzz Lightyear pajamas, he has not given up on Toy Story.  He has merely added to his selection of choices.

 Aunt Carolyn with her niece and nephew, niece and nephew-in-law, and great nephews!

 Aunt Jacquelyn and Bennett watching TV.

Trenton and Granna completing puzzles.

Dentist

I have never heard of a kid who asked to go to the dentist until Trenton. He had been asking since Tuesday, after he heard his Daddy went on Monday.  With an eager child, I called and was able to get him an appointment this week!  Woohoo!  That never happens!  Trenton talked about the dentist all week! 

Soon enough, Friday came along.  Dr. Howard and his staff were truly wonderful.  They obviously knew how to tend to the needs of kids.  The examine for under 3 year olds was in our laps.  Trenton leans back so that his shoulders and head rest on the doctor's thighs.  Then the kids open their mouths better and the doctor can check those pearly whites.  We knew Trenton had been experiencing pain with his 2 year old molars breaking through.  (hints the drool, finger chewing, random wake ups at night, fever, and Motrin!) so we were not surprised when he notified us that the bottoms had surfaced and were still coming in.  The top molars were still impacted, though.  Dr. Howard sang "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" as he gently tapped and counted each tooth.  He also flossed and wiped on a layer of fluoride over Trenton's teeth.  I was impressed with how cooperative, calm and patient Trenton was during all of this.  He really must have been intrigued by it all.  Dr. Howard recommended x-rays because I told him he has fallen several times in the past and that would give him a look at the roots.  All was good and Trenton loved how they told him the camera was Buzz Lightyear's laser!   No doubt he was thrilled to receive the goodie bag at the end of the visit.  What was his favorite item inside?  Not the toys or stickers, but the floss!  He was obsessed!  We had to open it in the office before leaving and he had to have all three from the sample pack.  He would be a good example for Mommy with his flossing habits!  All in all, it was a successful visit!  See you in March!

 Trenton enjoyed drawing on the chalkboard in the waiting room.

 Showing off his pearly whites and x-ray sticker after an encounter with Buzz Lightyear's laser.

And this is how you floss!  He loves to floss!

4 Years and 2 Boys!

I married my love four years ago tonight.  It was a remarkable time in our lives.  Unforgettable moments and special celebrations were made as I became a Wagers.  I'm thankful to have found the man of my dreams!Let's relive the night!

                   

 



It has been four amazing years of marriage that led to two fabulous children and countless more memories!  We celebrated the night with the kids, take-out sushi, a bottle of scarlett wine (from our Chateau Elan experience for my 30th but I was pregnant so couldn't drink), and snaps.  Trenton loved throwing them on the ground and them popping.  Happy Anniversary!   It's is the little things in life.  :)