An Apple a Day Keeps the Dentist Away

When Owen was around 18 months old I took him to the dentist. Not because I was worried about his oral health but because I thought that is what good moms do. I picked out a pediatric dentist office thinking that it would be kid friendly.  Boy was I wrong.  The place looked like a insane asylum, everything was white and sterile looking. I am all for a sterile dentist office but they could have put up some fun pictures or a little splash of color. And the staff was not friendly, its like they have never had a crying baby in the office before. One lady kept on shaking a bobble head Santa pen that lit up in front of his face. Needless to say the experience was horrible and I did not make a 6 month follow up appointment. 

Well I am much older and wiser now.  While I was in no rush to take him back to the dentist I thought we could give it another try. No special office this time. We made an appointment at the same place I get my teeth cleaned. The hygienist was so nice and explained everything so well to Owen. She even let him touch everything. And Owen was amazing. He sat in the chair got all his teeth cleaned and even flossed. Not one tear was shed!

2014 A Year in Review

Last year was quite possible my busiest year ever. Here is a quick recap of last year

January- The year started off uneventful for us. Owen got his first "bike" for Christmas and wanted to ride it everyday. So we would find new trials to explore.

February- Owen announced the arrival of his little brother scheduled to arrive in mid July.

March- We learned we are moving to Iowa for Brent to start his new job as a internal medicine resident. Owen needs a drink to help process all the new changes going on. (It is apple cider)

April- My parents come to visit and spoil Owen. I also realize I don't have any photos with the both of them and Owen.

May- Little brother made his arrival 2 months early at 4 pounds 1 ounce. He spent a month in NICU to sleep and gained 2 pounds, among other things. We named him Eamon

June- 2 days after graduating from NICU Eamon and I flew to our new home in Iowa, where he continued to sleep

July- Owen meets Eamon for the second time, and our family of 4 is finally together again. Thanks again mom for taking Owen for 6 weeks and flying him from Alaksa to Iowa

August- Brent is busy at work while Owen "helps" me with Eamon. He enjoys being a big brother and wants to hold him over and over again. We also venture out and explore Iowa City. I  also start to meet some other mamas with little one which is nice for both Owen and I.

September- Things start to slow down a little bit. We venture out of town (not to far just a 20 minute drive) and continue to explore our new city before it turns cold

October- The holiday season has officially started and our days are filled with holiday themed activities. Owen dressed as a "ribbit" and according to Owen Eamon was an X-Ray

November- Things start to get a little colder and we start looking for indoor activities to keep us entertained. We got a pass to the Children's Museum and Owen wants to go there everyday now. Brent worked Thanksgiving night but woke up early to spend sometime with the family.

December- Owen turned THREE. It is crazy how much he as grown up in just this last year. He is FULL of energy and does not want to miss a thing. His favorite toy is his trains, favorite color is green and mommy is his favorite person ever.