As they escorted David to his awaiting dental chair, he dramatically announced, “I’m going to die! I’m going to die!”

Some things, as they say, are caught and not taught. I have a STRONG (almost paralyzing) aversion to dentists or at least dental work. So, all I do is contact Eccella Smiles for more info and to schedule an appointment with my dentist. Nothing personal of course. I doubt, however, I’ve ever said anything about death on my way to the dentist (at least not aloud). Doom, destruction, despair, yes but death, no. That would be a wee bit over-reacting, don’t you think. Really, children are so silly.

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Since David did beautifully at the dentist,

even when being walloped by the x-ray machine, I can’t imagine where his predictions of death by dental assistant came from.

Okay, he didn’t really get whacked in the head with the x-ray machine, it’s just some creative picture taking on my part. Okay, bad picture taking. Give me a break, it’s hard to get good shots inside a little x-ray room.

Sarah, on the other hand, was a wee bit apprehensive about going in for her exam. She isn’t verbal like David but, instead goes for the passive-aggressive approach: she only opens her mouth about a half an inch. With a dentist Rexburg you’re in good hands. The entire exam went something like this:

X-rays: “Honey, open your mouth. A little wider, please.”
Brushing: “Sarah, lean back and open your mouth.”
Flossing: “I need to get to your teeth, Sweetie. That means you have to open your mouth.”
Dentist: “I wonder if Sarah has any teeth. Can I see them, please?”

She was unmoved by their pleas (however pleasant and patient). I, on the other hand, was impressed by how much they could get done in such tight quarters. I spent most of the morning leaning over Sarah with my mouth wide open, showing her how it’s done. I’m sure that helped quite a bit. I’m surprised the hygienists weren’t more appreciative of my efforts. You know me, just trying to be a good example.

Sarah looks very relaxed for her check-up.

Instead of spacing the children out, the office scheduled them all for appointments at the same time. We pretty much took over the place. When we walked in Daniel looked around and said, “It’s not very crowded in here.” Glancing at our group, I told him, “It is now that we’ve arrived.”

The younger four get cleaned, scrubbed and fluoridated all at the same time. Joshua was off in another room, no doubt pretending he didn’t know us.

In the end, we walked out victorious! The entire group was Cavity Free!!! It was a near thing. We were 4 out of 5 by the time we made it to Joshua’s final check-up with the dentist. The pressure was on. Would Joshua shame our family’s name? Would he make it to the Cavity Free Club? Would the dentist find some horrible black spot on Joshua’s x-ray? You could have cut the tension with a piece of floss.

Okay, it’s possible David gets a little bit of his flair for the dramatic from his mother.

The kids cheered when Joshua received the “All Clear/Thumbs Up” from the dentist.

Truly a beautiful moment for all of us. We celebrated with Tootsie Pops and ice cream sundaes.

Just kidding. Really, what kind of a mother do you think I am?

We only have ice cream after getting shots at the doctor’s office. There are times when you need some sugary goodness. Just don’t tell our dentist. Interesting how Sarah is able to open up wide for a Frosty. Hmmm.

Not a single cavity in this bunch of rascals.

On a personal note, I should add that since discovering Ativan (not quite Valium but close) my dental troubles have relatively disappeared (well, except the part about still having to GO to the dentist twice a year and covering tooth filling cost). No more anxiety or fear or projections of doom and gloom. Just happy thoughts and a vague haze where those dental memories are stored. It’s lovely.

Go and Floss!

Kathy
Project 365 – Day 190

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Tim had some computer work he needed to do for friends out of town. The weather was so incredibly beautiful that I begged to go along. Okay, I actually didn’t beg or even ask, I just announced, “I’m coming with you.” The children wanted to go as well. They did beg. There might have even been some desperate pleading and bribery (“Chocolate is always a good place to start,” I could have told them).

A scary bunch of hitchhikers if ever I saw them.

When the dust settled we decided to go and camp overnight. The kids thought this was the best idea ever (obviously never having done any real camping, at least not with me). Joshua immediately set about making lists and collecting sleeping bags and food (gotta cover the essentials).

And now we are campers. Oh yeah, we camped. We’re the Campsters! There were tents and flashlights and a fire. We had fights over pillows and sleeping bags and tent zippers that didn’t work. All the glory of camping wrapped up in one night.

The Marshmallow Research continues.

We even discovered a new school of thought regarding marshmallows. It turns out Tim’s careful study of marshmallow roasting was incomplete. I’m sure he’s terribly embarrassed. He somehow overlooked the Stuff Them in Your Mouth and Eat Them Right Away class of people. We suspect this might be a very large group.

As David says, “I like to eat them raw!”

Still, the night of the Family Camp Out wasn’t without a few glitches. This is not the time or place to go into details but I will have to say one family member slipped out of the tent at 2:45 am, snuck away, pillows (yes, as in more than one) in hand, to spend the rest of the night on the sofa couch (prepared by knowing grandparents). Even with the air mattress, this pampered/spoiled person couldn’t last all night in the tent.

Does sleeping three hours in a tent count as truly camping? I’m thinking….No.

We’ll just have to extend a little grace here, people. After all, look what happened to those who did remain in the tent all night. Serious Bed Head.

Look at that dirty face! This girl is a TRUE camper.

Or what about this child, munching on a delightful breakfast of roasted hot dogs.

Sarah is very particular about her grilled food. She does not want there to be any indication that it was actually cooked. She doesn’t like those delicious marks on a hamburger that show it has been grilled to perfection. And she ESPECIALLY does not want a hot dog roasted all crisp and black.

“Um, do you expect me to eat THIS hot dog? I don’t think so.”

My goodness we are a spoiled group. The next thing you know she’ll be sneaking off in the night with her mother to find the hideaway bed.

Oops. Did I say that aloud? Heh, heh. Well, it is important to get that beauty rest. I’m not sure what you get when you’re tenting can be called beauty or even rest. Next time I’ll shoot for 3 1/2 hours.

Maybe.

I’m off to get a hot shower.

Kathy
Project 365 – Day 188

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You might think, after having been gone for 3 weeks, I’d be unpacking and working all day at getting the house (and our WA lives) back in order.

The long flight coupled with possible lack of airline seats and hours of wait ahead of us in the Cincinatti airport, threw me into an utter panic. I reacted by buying candy and snacks and toys with abandon. This is what is LEFTOVER from our long day of travel. And trust me, those children did their best to eat everything before the final plane landed.

Nope. Instead I’ve been hiding and ducking my head in shame over the terrible lack of pictures in yesterday’s blog. To have my identity called into question, caused my dear husband to suffer deep heart distress, and forced my sister-in-law to actually read the post rather than just skim along looking at the pictures. We’re talking serious infractions here. And that’s only what I know from the few who deigned to comment.

The word is out that my faithful mother has mailed my camera cord and it is already on its speedy way here. If something happens to it in transit I have word from Debbie in NY that I can easily buy a little USB card reader for my camera. Whew! Life can progress along smoothly. Well, as smoothly as can be imagined with five children.

We went to a wonderful Fourth of July party yesterday. Most of the pictures are, of course, buried in my camera (so not going to go there) but I do have some that Tim took. The party opened with games at the nearby park.

Time for a little “Simon Says.”

Okay, “Simon Says” is not a new game. I mean, is there anyone who hasn’t played or watched their kids play this game? This question got me thinking about international versions (I think I’m easily distracted).

Jacques a dit — French
Santos dice — Spanish
Wilhelm sagt — German

This would actually be a fantastic game to use as a part of language study. Of course, homeschoolers might be more interested in a Latin or Greek version. Filing this little winner of an idea away to market later.

The crowd is thinning but Sarah and I are still in the game!

I was warned that Mr. L ran an intense game of ‘Simon Says” but I have NEVER played it quite like this. Our game leader was ruthless! He was easy on the kids (at the beginning) but then began whipping through the commands, disqualifying people left and right.

Sarah and I made through round after round. We even survived the tricky, “Simon Says it’s no longer Simon but Mr. L Says so Simon Says put your arms down.” I mean, we were unfazed by the subtle or even the obvious orders to shake, rattle and roll. In a moment of tragic distraction, however, I blew the whole game. Argh!! I bent over to speak to Sarah (who wouldn’t leave my side and was completely overwhelmed by the all the games no matter how friendly Mr. L was). In those few precious seconds, my brain failed to track the order of “Mr. L. now says that it’s back to Simon Says; Simon Says bend down and touch your knees.” The next thing I knew the other two gals had their hands on their knees and Sarah and I were thrown out of the game.

You can see it hit me very hard.

Sarah tries to comfort me but the loss is just too devestating.

Rachel and I tried to make a come back at the next game – Inner Circle/Outer Circle. I can’t remember the actual name but it was something similar. Basically each grown-up paired with a child. The grown ups (and I use that term loosely) stood in circle (inner) facing their partner (outer circle). At the count of 3 the grown ups walked in a clock wise direction while the kids walked in a counter-clock wise direction.

This would work perfectly with music (sort of a moving musical chair thing). When our fearless leader shouted, the adults dropped to one knee and their partner had to run (frantically, knocking down small children and any grown ups not paying attention) to sit on the offered knee.

Again, I made it close to the final round of the game. I’m telling you, I was ON yesterday. Since I am not a game person, at least not this type of game, I was doing pretty well to participate at all. Give me a deck of cards or a Settler of Catan game board and I’m good for hours. Relay races involving balloons, eggs, and spoons in any combination?

No.

Thankfully Tim did not get a shot of Rachel and I losing. It wasn’t pretty.

Let’s just say I went home and took an hour and a half nap after our time at the park. A very strong cup of coffee and a change of clothes and I was ready to re-join the party for dinner. Enough said.

Kathy
Project 365 – Day 185

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