RIP

To our dear washing machine. RIP. You have served us well. You were not with us long enough, but did what you could to make my life easier. Now I spend my afternoon sitting around the laundromat trying to keep two young children occupied while the machines whirl. You will be sorely missed, at least until we get a NEW one. YAY!!

Hopefully we will get the final word from our home warranty company tomorrow about what will happen to the old washer and if we will get any money to go towards a new one. Then it is off to the store (looking like home depot right now) to purchase a new washer and dryer. So excited for one that doesn't rumble and shake and flood the floor. Hopefully the dryer won't require 2-3 cycles to dry a load, that would be just perfect.

1st Dentist Appointment

Today was Thomas's first Dentist appointment. I didn't know how he would do, so Nathanial took some time off and went with us. Thomas wanted Daddy to go with him and so Brady and I waited in the waiting room. Thomas did a great job. They did a good cleaning and fluoride no problem. Thomas got to pick a little prize (a plastic snake) and a new toothbrush after he finished.

The best part was no cavities. I am so proud of him for sitting still and not freaking out. Good Job Thomas!

Bad on our part though. The dentist says current recommendations are for the first visit to be between 12 and 18 months (my AR dentist said at 3) so he is a bit behind, but now we are all set for the next six months.

Rolling Over!

Brady is now officially rolling over and Over. He has been able to roll from his back to his stomach for a while, but has just figured out that he can roll front to back. He is really starting to get into everything. Babyproofing time!

A sad story

Today while doing some surfing on the internet I came across this video. For All of you with toddlers and young children, please take a minute to watch.



The AAP had changed its recommendation of rf to 1 and 20. They are recommending you keep a child rf to the weight limit of the carseat as long as their is still one inch of shell above their head. Our children are priceless.

Sweet moments to Cherish

Nap time has been a real battle in our house for about the last 9 months. But I think I have finally found something that works. Today, Thomas was told that after he took a good nap, he would get to help me make brownies for our Family Home Evening. He was super excited and ran and laid down. I went in to tuck him in and remind him that he needed to stay in bed. As I was walking out the door, he asked me to Make Brady happy and not let him spit up. When I said I would, he smiled and rolled over to take his nap.

This afternoon ,after Thomas helped me bake the brownies. and after the sugar had time to kick in, we started a name that tune game with me humming songs he knows, and I was surprised at how many he guessed with out any additional help from me. He was stumped on "I hope they call me on a Mission" and I don't think he really knew that song.

This brought up missions. I was talking with him about missions and how to prepare. When I mentioned that he would be gone for 2 years, he stopped squirming looked up at me and said with a very concerned look on his face "You're going to miss me." That brought tears to my eyes. I can't believe how thoughtful this 3 year old is and how perceptive he is of those around him.

Mother's Day

For my Mom this year I took a picture of Thomas and Brady. She didn't have any updated ones of the two, so it was about time. Since I was trying to do it all by myself, it took a few tries. Thomas had just woken up and Brady was getting ready to go down for a nap. But we did it. With the editing help of my sister, the picture turned out just about perfect.

Happy Cinco De Mayo!

Hope everyone takes a few minutes to celebrate the Mexican Army's defeat of a previously undefeated French Army in 1862. It isn't Mexico's Independence day like I thought. It is only celebrated regionally, similar to Pioneer Day.

We have some new Friends in our neighborhood. Thomas is a little nervous about them, but they seem really nice. And although they walk on two legs, they aren't of the people kind.





These ducks come walking through every few days and just watch us people doing our thing. Thomas likes to watch them, but will not let them come too close without freaking out.