The Dentist Approves

So yesterday was Landin's first ever dental appointment. I must say that I was a little apprehensive about going cause I wasn't sure what kind of a report we were going to get, but everything turned out very well. The dentist commented that he wished that every kid came in with as clean of teeth as Landin's. NO CAVITIES!!! Landin did really well with everything. We had x-rays done and he didn't complain or move one bit. Then, he sat perfectly still for the dentist to look at his teeth. He did awesome! We'll see what happens again in 6 months!

Leaving...On a Jet Plane

It's official...Josh is now deployed. Not sure where he is at this point, however he will be gone for a while. It was a tearful goodbye when we parted yesterday, not only because we were coming home from our trip to see him in San Diego, but also because we were saying goodbye to him as he was getting ready to leave San Diego as well. Turns out, that he departed just a few minutes before our own flight took off. I've heard word from him that he is so far doing well, but very tired. He will be very busy over the next few weeks and expects it to be a steady pace throughout this entire deployment, but hopefully that will make the time pass quickly. Landin is so far doing well understanding that his daddy went away "to be a hero" and that's what we're leaving it as. Ashlynn will sadly feel as though Josh is a stranger when he comes home, but I'm sure she will warm back up to him quickly. We will be counting down the months as they go by. When I know more information I will certainly pass it along as I am allowed to. In the mean time, please keep Josh in your prayers that he builds his career while he's away, serves his country with dignity and integrity but returns home safely and quickly to his family.

Pictures with Daddy

Since this is the last time that the kids and I were able to see Josh until he comes back from his deployment, I wanted to make sure that I got some good pictures to share with everyone and to of course keep for ourselves.

San Diego Zoo

Our recent trip to San Diego to visit Josh was very fun filled and well worth every moment! We made a stop in at the zoo to see all the animals there. Landin had a blast seeing all of the animals, and getting his face painted, while Ashlynn was along for the ride, but enjoyed the sunshine.

Long Beach Aquarium

While on our trip to go see Josh in San Diego before his deployment, we took the chance to go and visit the Long Beach, CA Aquarium. It was awesome! Landin got to pet sting rays, sharks and look at some HUGE sea bass. It was awesome! We had a really good time, and Landin was just amazed at all the cool things to see.

Ashlynn's 4 Months and Growing...

The growing doesn't slow down and it certainly hasn't stopped. While I'm two weeks late making this post, I didn't want to miss the chance to report how she's doing. Ashlynn went to the doctor for her 4-month wellness check which came just shortly after fighting a cold and ear infection. The doctor said that she is doing very well, meeting all of the milestones that she should have reached at this point and making good time on her growing (that's a bit of an understatement). She is in the 97% for weight, 90% for height and right at average for her head growth. So, in translation...she's a big girl @ 18lbs 2oz, and 25in long!!! She's wearing 6-9month clothes even though she's only 4 months, and she's in a size 3 diaper and well on her way to size 4. I would love to be able to take advantage of the clearance winter clothes to stock up for next year, but at this growing rate...there's no telling what size she would be! Heck, she could be a 2T when she's 12 months old...we'll just have to wait and see. One thing is for sure however, she is a carbon copy of Landin at this age. Looks, gestures, attitude...all of it is a Landin encore!

Horray for Potty Training

I have to announce, that Landin can now be called "potty trained"!!! He is wearing big boy underwear and doing so very well with them. It was a struggle at first, trying to transition from diapers to pullups, and now into underwear, but it is well worth it. I must say, that it's so cute to see him in Batman and Ironman underwear, as well as Lightning McQueen! He's excited to be able to wear them as well. So far, there haven't been any accidents, but we're prepared for them if they come. We're looking forward to being able to show Daddy the big boy underroos this coming week!!! I have to say that the lesson that I took away from all of this...PATIENCE!!! It's a stuggle, but it's so worth it!

Dylan's Birthday

Yesterday we had the chance to go and celebrate a birthday for the son of a good from of the family. Landin had a blast, and he looked so handsome!! He got to hit a pinata and make his own birthday hat...not to mention the birthday cake, ice cream and soda! That's always a plus for him!!! Ashlynn got to play with new toys, including an exersaucer (the baby toy that you sit in and the activities are all around you). She loved it! I got to visit with lots of friends that I hadn't seen in a while, which is always nice.