The Bike Ride

Last February Todd and I went to Jackson's school auction. It was a great night out, at a fun restaurant and with great friends. There were tons of things to bid on, but the one that caught our attention was the bike ride and picnic with the teacher. Many teachers gave this to the auction and these were the big sellers. So Todd and I put our bid in early in the evening, but wow did the bidding start to go up quick. I was determined to get this (did I mention that I'm not a good loser?) So, pretty much I had Todd stand by the table and continue to place bids. Super happy, we won!!!! The bike ride was for Jackson and a friend. Jackson's other buddies parents also won the bike ride with his teacher. 

The next morning we told Jackson what we did and the first thing he said was, " I have to get my training wheels off my bike." No worries, it was only February. So Jackson decided that he wanted to take his friend Ashley. His buddy Rocco decided to take his friend Gianna. Too cute!

Fast Forward to July...

Today was the day that the kids had their bike ride and picnic lunch with the teachers. Jackson was so excited to see Ms. Stachura! When we got to the park we knew that the kids would only have a short time to ride because a storm was coming in. Of course it hasn't rained all summer and today it decided to rain:( The kids were able to get a 30 minute bike ride in at Indian Springs Metro park and then headed in for a pizza lunch. It didn't end up storming, but it did rain. Good thing there was a covered shelter to eat under. 

After playing for a bit in the rain we all headed home. We brought Ashly home with us to play for a while. Jackson had a great time, but he said, "Mom, I had a really good time today, but next year don't feel like you have to buy that again." He had a great time, but I think he was really nervous about the day.

The Tooth Fairy

Jackson has been wishing, and wishing for a wiggly tooth. For about a year he has been saying, "I think this one is wiggly mom." Nope, still in there tight buddy! At school they had a tooth chart to record all the teeth the kids lost during the year. Jackson's was bare, as was many other charts. Finally about a month ago we were eating dinner and Jackson took a bite out of his corn on the cob. He said that his teeth hurt and he couldn't eat it. Sure enough, his two bottom teeth were loose! For the past month Jackson was been wiggling his teeth every 5 minutes hoping they would come out. Todd and I are both really grossed out by wiggly teeth, so I didn't think we would be much help to him. I thought I would be different with my own kids, but nope! 

This morning we headed to the dentist for a cleaning for both the kids. We were hoping that third time would be the charm for Aubrin. She goes each time, but is yet to let them clean her teeeth. This time she was ready and even a little excited. Jackson went first when we got there. Our dentist moved to a new office so JAckson asked me if I would go back with him. He felt a bit nervous in the new office. Aubrin stayed in the waiting room with Todd. After Jackson's cleaning, Dr. McNutt showed me Jackson's x-rays. His teeth were just sitting there, ready to fall out. He asked if I wanted him to take them out. "Oh yes, please!" So without Jackson even knowing, Dr. McNutt popped both teeth out. I must say that I got a little teary eyed (Shocker, I know), but my baby lost his first tooth! Jackson was so excited. 

 
We walked out into the waiting room and Jackson couldn't wait to show dad and Aubrin. Very wide eyed Aubrin said, "I'm not going back there!" Poor girl was thinking Jackson went back there with all of his teeth and then comes out with two less- NO THANKS! She went back, but once again, no cleaning. We counted her teeth and the dentist could get a good enough look to see that there were no cavities. So off to a pediatric dentist we go!

Before bed that night Jackson said that he needed to write the tooth fairy a letter. He really wanted to keep his teeth, because they were the first to fall out. So he wrote her a letter that said, " Please leave my teeth."Jackson put his tooth box and his letter under his pillow.

The next morning Jackson woke up early and was excited to see that his teeth were still there as well as money and golf balls.

The week of the 4th of July

The week of the 4th of July is always such a busy week for us. By the end of the week it seems like I always need a vacation (Lucky me, I really do have one this year!) We started our week at Brian and Danielle's cottage. We always have such a great time there. Aubrin loves spending time with all the big girls and Jackson LOVES the water and all of the toys that go with it. This year Jackson was brave and went tubing by himself.  He even tried doing a few tricks like the big kids- standing up  and only using one hand. I of course was having a heart attack in the boat, but Jackson was all smiling and loving life.
Our next stop during the week was to the Miller's.  We were very excited to meet Heidi for the first time. She is such a sweet little love. Jackson and Aubrin were excited to meet her. We played in the pool for most of the afternoon and tried to stay cool. We had a late lunch and then headed back into the water. Because of the busy day, our little lady didn't get a nap in. We never know what we will get with Aubrin when she doesn't get a nap. On that day we had a few meltdowns and sad moments. So after a while we hopped in the car and our little lovely slept the whole way home.
We then headed home and did fireworks with Dave, Jamie and the girls. We had a great show this year. The kids all loved starting with sparklers. Then we moved on to the bigger ones. Aubrin liked them, but of course sat with her fingers in her ears the whole time. After the fireworks were done, we packed up, headed home and headed to bed! It was a wonderful fun filled week!