Day 315

11.13.09 - We got new front tires for my car today. The treads were gone and I needed them badly!!

Day 314

11.12.09 - Andrew had his first dental appointment today! After he was calmed down by reassuring him he was not getting a shot he actually enjoyed it. We went to a pediatric dentist which makes all the difference in the world. He played video games while we waited to be called back and then after his cleaning he got to pick two toys for behaving so well. Then he played video games while we waited for the consult from the dentist. He doesn't have any cavities but has a couple areas with plaque so we need to brush with some fluoride at night and then start flossing each night as well.

Day 313

11.11.09 - We had Andrew's parent teacher conference today and we have never been so proud of him! Upon sitting down they describe him as"EXUBERANT! He is so enthusiastic in class and full of joy. He does however need to work on staying in his space and not be so touchy with his friends. Apparently, he hugged and kissed the most reserved boy in class one day and it didn't go over so well. So, we are now working on him keeping to himself more at school. :)

Academically he is one of the top students in the class. They do an assessment test with numbers, letters, etc. He was one of the only kids to do a few items and the only child in the class to do one item. Which was sounding out all letters in a word. So, he is right on the cusp of reading.

They also told us he stays on task. For example, other kids at the table may be getting distracted and playing but he continues to do and finish his work. He also is very proud of his work. Everyday they come in and practice writing their name 3 times. Most kids do that and then go off running to play. He makes sure he shows the teacher he is finished and then goes and plays. He also participates in class discussions and lessons.

Again, we are so proud of you Andrew!!

Day 312

11.10.09 - We drove home this afternoon to find Cleitus in our front yard. He's been hanging out in the backyard for so long we were surprised to see him nibbling on some green up front. :-) (Yes, I realize it may not be Cleitus but he's really the right size and he is consistent on where he eats grass from. So, it has to be him!)

Day 311

11.9.09 - Today Andrew had an eye appointment to have his vision checked. Ever since his eye surgery to fix his esotropia they have kept an watch on his vision. Well, they say he does need glasses. His right eye is 20/100 and left is 20/50. We are going to get a second opinion though because he was so nervous through the entire exam and the office was so backed up we were completely rushed. Not a good experience at all. In fact, I doubt we go back.

Day 310

11.8.09 - Our house has been invaded with barbies and ponies and Andrew can't stop playing with them!! LOL The funny thing about it is that he will play with them with his little friend but the conversations the dolls have are hilarious. They are either fighting or finding bad guys or some other "boy" type thing.

Day 309

11.7.09 - Today we finished up moving our friend. Here Andrew is in the back seat surrounded by all this stuff. :) ps. I had my little camera with me and I have no idea what setting it was on but obviously the wrong one!

Day 308

11.6.09 - I had a session with a wonderful family today. Their children are absolutely beautiful and so fun to photograph. We played ring a round the rosy and london bridge is falling down. It was great!

Day 307

11.5.09 - Andrew has a new playmate. :)

Day 306

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Day 305

11.3.09 - Andrew had his 5 year old check up yesterday actually but I forgot to take a photo of it so it will be today's photo of the day! He is very healthy and is still in the 95th percentile for height and weight. Atta boy!

The 4 shots we could have absolutely done without. Thankfully Blake was there because we both had to hold him down while they gave him the shots. He yelled and cried so hard he pop a couple blood vessels on his face. It was awful. Just awful. Thank goodness it's over!

Day 304

11.2.09 - We are back home and getting settled back in the swing of things. Andrew got a puzzle for Halloween and couldn't wait to put it together.

Day 303

11.1.09 - We are headed home today! We had a wonderful time at Disneyland and I know this will be a trip we will all never forget. It was so awesome to see Disney all over again through the eyes of a five year old.

Day 302

10.31.09 - Happy Halloween!! We had breakfast with the characters inside Disneyland and spend more time over in California Adventure, which is all done up for Halloween. We are having so much fun but are completely exhausted today so we made an early night of it. Andrew got to sleep at Papa & Nana's hotel and had a blast.

Day 301

10.30.09 - Today is Andrew's birthday and he is at Disneyland!! How cool is that? I love that wherever we go in the park, when he walks by the employees all say "Happy Birthday Andrew" it's the best!! A barber shop quartet sang him Happy Birthday in the ice cream shop, we rode more rides in Disneyland and spent the rest of the day at California Adventure. He had so much fun in the it's a bug life area. We had his bday dinner at Rainforest Cafe. Another long exhausting "but fun"day. ps. can't believe my baby is 5 years old!

Day 300

10.29.09 - Our first full day at Disneyland! We got in extra early before the park opened to the public and rode a ton of rides. Andrew's favorite by far is the rocket ride. We met up with Gaga, Aunt Connie, Nana and Papa for lunch. Came back to the park and went to Toontown, met lots of characters. On our way back to the hotel to get ready for Medieval Times we stopped by the "Star Wars - jedi training academy" and got there in time for Andrew to be picked for it!!! Awesome! We rushed to the hotel and took off for Medieval Times where Andrew was knighted. Seriously, how could we of had more fun today???

Day 299

10.28.09 - Our first day at Disneyland!! After fighting the snow storm in Denver and having to sit on the plane for 2 1/2 hours waiting to take off and missing our connection. We made it!!! We had a great first day. Saw Goofy when we checked into the hotel and headed over to the park to ride some rides. Then we had dinner with the characters and went back to the park for a few more rides. Andrew loved it all!

Day 298

10.27.09 - We woke up to this beautiful sunrise. Just breathtaking. I love the fall sunrises here.

Day 297

10.26.09 - Andrew and I put together our very first Lego today!! I've never done one before and I have to say these things take some patience. I was pretty good for the first hour or so and then after that I was checking to see how many more steps this baby had left. My nephew used to be really into these things and I hope Andrew is too.

It's so much better than a video game!

Day 296

10.25.09 - We had a low key day today and just had Chase and Nikki over for some playtime. Andrew and Chased dressed up in Andrew's new costumes and played with all the new toys. It was cold and yucky out so it was nice for Andrew to have someone to play with.