Update...

Its pointless to say we've been busy the past few weeks... everyone is busy these days. So instead, just a few updates.

On the 15th, Sarah went in and had her implant surgery. The surgery itself took only about 45 minutes, and went smoothly. She was awake for the procedure, and although most people cringe at seeing small screwdrivers, drills, and wrenches being used in their mouth, these things don't bother her. She was given some great pain killers, but when they started making her incredibly tired all the time, she opted for Ibuprofen instead. Needless to say, she has had to endure some discomfort, but otherwise has been fine. (That is until Ava accidentally hits her in the face, which happens at least once a day!) Sarah had her one week check up this past Thursday and everything looked great. The stitches should fall out on their own sometime this week. The next move isn't until next month when she'll back in for temporary caps, which she'll have until there is enough money to get the permanent ones.

In other news, Miss Ava is really growing into her personality, and its left us questioning where she came from. :o) Our little angel is quite aggressive as well as a budding Tomboy. She is rough and tumble and will take on any other child, girl or boy. Ava and Joshua (our neighbor and her best friend) run round in the back yard, throwing and kicking balls, falling on top of each other, and pushing each other off the riding toys. Of course they do have their sweet moments when they share cheerios, gold fish, or other snacks. They sure are two of a kind.

The Holiday season is quickly approaching and that always means our life is much busier than normal. This season we have the hope of traveling less or at least combining trips. (so family... if you any of you would like to come up here for a little visit, just let us know!) Having most of our family in WV is a great thing, unfortunately they seem to live at opposite ends of the state which doesn't make it easy. We'll get through it though, we always do.

Halloween is Saturday and Ava's costume is ready. We're planning on walking around just for a bit with Joshua and then heading back to the house to finish passing out candy. (The Dads get stuck with candy duty this year.) Check back next week for pictures.

Have a

Happy & Safe

Halloween