First Visit to the Dentist

Grady had his first visit to the dentist today. It was awesome! I know, I know I am such a nerd bringing my camera to the dentist. I just can't help taking pictures of these little guys. Both boys had a great time and learned a lot. They were inundated with stickers, toothbrushes, balloons and even t-shirts. When it was time to go, G almost started crying. I wish I liked the dentist that much!

The hygienist let G play with all the tools. He had to touch each one and see what they were used for. He was amazed by all the interesting instruments.

While G was in the dentist seat, Myles played with toys. They were in a cubby right next G. I loved that I could sit with G and also watch Myles. Both kids were thoroughly entertained.

Here goes the cleaning. She taught him a lot about oral hygiene. Not so sure he absorbed all of it because when we got home he used his floss for a "fishing line".

Getting some x-rays.

They even let Myles sit in the chair and have a little dentist experience.

A Week with Mimi and Uncle Will

Mimi and Will came to visit us this week and we had a great time. We didn't do too much, just enjoyed each others company. Josh, Will and I were able to go out a few nights and Mimi watched the boys. What a treat! They left today and we are missing them terribly but we will see them again soon. We are headed up to VA in a few weeks and then up to see Gramma, Grandpa, Uncle Nick, Aunt Carolyn and the boys at the beach. Whoo...fun times to come.

Mimi and the boys

Myles has such a serious face.

We met up the Uncle Doug and Aunt Duffy at the Biltmore. It was a hot but fun day. It is always a pleasure to hang out with Duffy and Doug.

Grady wearing Uncle Will's shirt. What a fit!

Mimi and the boys making forts out of my sofa. They only do this when Mimi is in town because it drives me crazy....pillows everywhere.

Mimi brings out the "sillys" in the boys. I guess because she is the only one as silly as they are. (Well, Grampa is in the running too)

Myles chillin' with Mimi

Swim Lessons

Grady had swim lessons last week at the Black Mountain Pool. It was a small class of 3 kids so they all received a ton of attention. By the end, they were going under water like pros. Grady can almost get to the side of the pool without help. I don't need an olympic swimmer, all I care about is that he can get out if he falls in. So far, so good. A few more trips to the pool and I think he will have it.

Ready for his first lesson.

Getting use to the cold water.

Swim lessons are not too fun when you have to sit on the side and watch. As you can see, sitting on the side was not an option for Myles. He is in his diaper as he followed Grady right into the water. His clothes were soaked.

Swimming like a fish.

Next year you can take lessons too, Myles.

Floating....can you tell he is talking. He would try to talk under the water too if he could. He never stops chatting!

Relaxing

I could not keep Myles out of the pool. The second day, I brought his swim clothes too. We splashed in the shallow end.

When Myles saw Grady jump to his teacher, he ran over to the side and tried to fling himself into the water. He wants to do EVERYTHING big brother does.

Injuries

Josh hurt his ankle at work the other day at work. It turned out that it was only a sprain, thank goodness! I wrapped it for him when he got home and the boys had to have bandages too. They wore Ace bandages around the house for a couple days. They love to be just like Dad.

Myles requested two "boots".

For Gramma

Gramma and Myles had a little joke.....BIG FISH!!

Another Fun Visit

Gramma and Grandpa stopped by on their way back from visiting their newest grandson, Colton. The boys were so excited to see them. I made the mistake of telling G they were coming the week before. I had to answer the question, "Are Gramma and Grampa coming today?" about 100 times.

Grady and Myles had a great time hanging out with them. We played Mini Golf, shot fireworks, and had an all around fun time. Josh and I even got to go out in Asheville one night while they watched the kiddos. Yipee!!! Thanks Gramma and Grandpa.

This picture was taken minutes before Myles had a little mishap with the sparkler. The smoke got in his eyes and he tried to wipe them, pressing the sparkler into his forehead. He suffered a few burns and singed hair. Ouch!! The moral of this story...don't let a 17 month old hold a sparkler.

What a face

Myles was not sure about the fireworks after his flaming forehead.

He got over it VERY quickly. Here he is reaching for a popper. I tell you, this kid has the highest pain tolerance. As you can see, his forehead is burned, hair and eyelashes were singed and he cried for about a minute. What a trooper.

Gramma and the boys watching dad light fireworks.

Gramma and Grady playing a matching card game she bought him.

Flying Grady...your face is turning purple.

Myles giving Grandpa a hug good-bye. He really warmed up to them this time. I think he is getting over the "mama's boy" stage. It make me SO happy.

Poor Gumbo

After our trip to the lake, Gumbo has been looking pretty rough. His hair became matted and nasty. So, today we took him to the groomer to get him spruced up. She looked at him and said that she was going to have to shave him in order to get the mats out. I'm telling you, it was really bad! Gumbo has never been shaved before but what else could we do? Plus, it has been so hot lately I though it might be a good idea.

When the boys and I went to pick him up a new dog walked out. He looked hilarious. I could not stop laughing. They totally shaved him but left his tail puffy. Grady dubbed him LionFox as his head looks like a lions mane compared to his body and his tail is bushy like a fox. Totally ridiculous.

Gumbo is such a happy-go-lucky dog, he doesn't seem to mind that he looks like a freak of nature. I took him running tonight and he pranced the entire way. I think he actually likes it. Much cooler, I guess.

Gumbo, the LionFox

Notice the bushy tail. The groomer even gave him a bandanna. Guess what the first thing Josh did when he saw him?.... Took off the bandanna.

Grady loves his pooch

Enjoying the grass on his skin.