Now There's A Way to Start The New Year

In some countries, I imagine losing your first tooth, on the first day of the new year, is a sign of things to come - 365 days of prosperity, or health, or fame, or maybe just an unwavering diet of soft, mushy foods.

In the Mechem household, losing one's first tooth means a delighted (albeit somewhat shocked) Owen, a proud Dad, and a wistful Mom.

Yet more proof my little boy is growing up way too fast.