Bird Pool Party

Anybody have any tips for getting a 4 year old to open her mouth at the dentist? At least the hygienist coaxed her into the chair to watch the movie. That was a step in the right direction. She gave me the smuggest look when she realized I had finally given up and we were going to go. She knew she had won that round. But I'm taking her back on Thursday. Ugh. I'm going to keep takign her back every few days (f the dentist will permit it) until she realizes she didn't really win. If she ends up with any cavaties, we're going to have to sedate her to get them taken care of.

Aaron yet again has a tooth growing in behind his baby tooth, so he's got to get the baby tooth pulled.

Aaron's birthday gift was finally realized last weekend. We arranged a trip for him (and only him!) to fly out to Denver to visit Ryan and Mary Kay. He took his camera, but of course took no pictures. I'll post them when I get some from Ryan.

From what I can tell they totally spoiled him and kept him busy all weekend long, including trips to an alpine slide, corn maze, and cirque du soleil!

He came back Monday morning (he had no school that day). That night he went to bed at 6:30 and slept allll night. Talk about party til you drop!

Honey, what's for dinner?

You are!

close up: green tomatoes in my garden

Yesterday there was a major dust storm in Australia. There are some amazing photos. Check them out here.

I especially like this one and this one, though there are a lot of good ones.

Aaron turned 10. Yikes! For his present he is going to fly to Denver (solo!) to visit my brother for a weekend in October. He had a small party--we just took some of his friends swimming.

Last night at dinner Aaron asked Lily what her favorite thing in the world is.

With hardly a pause to think, she said, "video games."

Some scenic pictures from Coronado

Lily's 4th Birthday!

I can't believe she's four. I must be getting old.

She got a few presents before Mike left for work, a couple little things from Aaron, and the main thing being a bike. I was worried it would be too big, but with the seat down all the way it's just right.







Later she had friends come over for playing in the pool and sprinkler, cake, Popsicles, and presents. Followed by family over for a bbq. Thanks everyone!