A New Year

Since it's a new year I figured I should probably make a resolution - like most everyone else - to be better at posting.  It's pretty sad that I'm still doing posts from last August.  Since this is my journal, I'm going to keep going through those until I get up to date, in case you're wondering why it's summertime when it's actually 30 degrees outside. ;)  But for now here a just a few of our families over Thanksgiving break.  We were lucky to be able to see everyone from each of our families with the exception of my brother Royce who is still in Argentina serving his mission.

Our Little Family

Alycia's Family

Gabe's Family

We wish you all the best in 2010!

Preston's an Artist

Even at barely two years old Preston has become quite an artist...

Well, that is if you call coloring well being an artist.

Can you believe he colored so well in the lines?  I'm pretty sure I didn't teach him how to do that. ;)

Carter's Tent

The first time Carter was introduced at around two months he wasn't sure what to think.

He just looked around...

and then he decided he liked it!

a lot!

Preston was also very excited that Carter liked his "tent" and decided to play with it too.

I'm so glad they're friends!

More Water Fun

Dalia...

and Tesila...

came over to play in the water with Preston.

Britni even got in on the fun.

The best part was that Carter actually enjoyed the water for the first time ever.

It was a party, I love the summertime!

Who is this Handsome Family?

Check it out on my photography blog.  Comments are more than welcome as always.  I love hearing that people actually read my blogs, even when I'm a month behind on my posts! :)

Cookie Monster

Preston just loves cookies and sunshine.  What a perfect combination!

He slowly savors every bite...

and every crumb...

and is bummed when they're all gone...

I'm a poet and I did not know it. ;)  Who can name that movie?

Preston's First Dentist Visit

Preston had his very first dentist visit this week.  Since he got his first two teeth right at three months, and had all but his molars by his first birthday we decided it was probably time to take him in.  He did a suprisingly good job especially considering that he's afraid of heights.  We started out by having him sit on daddy's lap while we talked to the hygenist, she gave him a new toothbrush and had us practice brushing his teeth.

She did a good job explaining to him how important it is to brush our teeth to keep them healthy.  You have to love pediatric dentists.  Did you notice the tv's on the ceiling?

Next, the dentist came in to look at his teeth. This is where his fear of heights kicked in. I think it may have also reminded him of the table where he was knocked out when he had his eye surgery.

Despite the fact of having to hold on for dear life, we think he enjoyed the experience and doesn't have any cavities yet!

Next time he goes in we're going to go for the full cleaning, we'll see how that goes...

Adorable Kiddos

Check out their pictures over at my photography blog.  Let me know what you think. ;)