Parker nearly pukes

Parker was insistent on riding the teacup today at the mall. I suggested the zebra or tiger, but he knew what he wanted. Afterwards, I think he knew he made a mistake.

Parker's party

Parker isn't quite 4 years old yet, but he had his party yesterday. Many of his friends showed up to celebrate. Then we went back to the house and built Legos that received as gifts.

30 white horses on a red hill...

First they champ, then they stamp, then they stand still!

That's the way the riddle goes in J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit".  But this weekend it was more like, first they champ, then they stamp, then two of the top ones come out! :)

That's right.  Parker had is top two front teeth removed because they were abscessed and could have ended up causing more problems in the future.  He may get some false teeth in the interim, but the dentist said he can't even sit for his impression for at least three months.  So he will be toothless for the summer.

I have to say, my big boy did such a good job this weekend. He wasn't fussy or difficult except for the 30 minutes right after the procedure.  I gave him some Tylenol and he finally fell asleep on my chest on the couch on Friday afternoon.  Other than that little episode of drama, he has been a total champ.

I want him to know how proud I am of him.  The tooth fairy came to visit this weekend and left him two $2 bills (one for each tooth).  I think we are going to go to the toy store today on the way home from school and buy something with the money.

Below you can see the before and after pictures.  I love my big boy so much!  

BEFORE

Friday, May 31, 2013 approximately 11:00 a.m.

AFTER

Saturday, June 1, 2013 approximately 10:00 a.m.