SHAMU!

Shamu has never looked better. She went to Sea World with Rod and Ryan this past weekend. Sunny, rain and then sunny again. And, then a complete down pour on our way out of Sea World.

Ryan, playing the game of "Freeze". Mom won...aaaaaagain. He'll learn.
And, of course, the sun came back out. And, so did the mosquitos. Ryan and I both enjoyed the water playground. As Ryan walked around, I decided to take a shower in one of the water spouts. Felt wonderful. Where's Ryan???? Ah, enjoying his water spout. What was great about this....we ran in to Susan, Hannah, Ryan and Chrissy! So, Ryan and I took another turn in the playground with them.

Gettin' jiggy with it!

He's Gifted

Today, Ryan's teacher asked me if I show flash cards to him at home. I do...but, probably not to the extent that they're asking (not even close). So, I said "yeah, I do."

She followed with, "We thought so. He knows most of the cards."

(The kids sign back what the card shows. For instance, for firetruck, the kids hold their hand up and do a circular motion (mimicking a siren)).

Hot Shots!

Look who got a wagon ride to the pool!!!

The limo of all limos.


Fast driver for a fast wagon.

Holden thought someone dinged his ride. So close.

Ryan...trying to play it cool.


He's embarrassed. Nerissa and I pulled up in front of his friends and honked the horn to get his attention...and, get him in the wagon.

Holden got THE bus!

UPDATE on Ryan's bugs:

1. We're STILL dealing with his stomach bug. He got pretty dehydrated and lethargic. Nama had to give him Pedialyte by syringe (he wouldn't drink), EVERY FIVE MINUTES. Thank you Mom. He seemed much better as the day went along. Ate a big meal for dinner.

2. We had a little episode on Saturday at the Ellis' house. Ryan's been doing the cry where he doesn't breathe. I know. Well, I usually end up just blowing in his face to make him take a breath. Well, he decided not to take a breath, and passed out. It was pretty scary b/c his sweet, little, helpless face turned gray, and his lips were blue. Just when we thought he may have taken a breath, he collapsed. Freaked me out...but, thankfully he was only out for MAYBE a second. So, I spoke with Ryan's doctor and she didn't seem worried about it. Just said that we have to just blow on his face, and give him a nice slap on the back. GEEZ!

3. Ryan MIGHT be faking it all...whatever it takes to get to spend the day with Nama. So, we're keeping an eye on this. Nama has agreed to watch him again tomorrow so we can make sure he gets enough fluids, and rests well. THANK YOU MOM.

Watch Out!!

We've got an artist!

Whatever You Want...

Ryan got pancakes and juice in his chair...in front of the t.v.

He's still not feeling well. As I was changing his diaper this morning, he fell asleep.

I had to pick him up from daycare yesterday due to a 100.2 temp. We went to his doctor's office, and by the time we got there, his temp was 102.5. So, McCray wouldn't clear him for daycare today. PJs, coffee and one snuggly baby for mommy this morning. Selfish, I know. His doc and I wanted to avoid antibiotics, but he's just not feeling better today...so, looks like its a go. :(

No Feelie Goodie

Ryan's been under the weather (what weather?!?!?) all weekend. Saturday, I went in his room to start our day, and he had thrown up all over the crib. Blueberries, corn and extras....everywhere. Then, I guess his "lower belly" hasn't been well either because that too was all over the crib the last two mornings. Poor baby had "it" all over his legs. He didn't move when we went in to get him after his morning nap. Broke my heart.

So, now we're on heavy soil, warm water, cotton cycle, x2! I made a quick run to Costco to get our monthly essentials, and came home to find Ryan napping...which is always nice.

All sheets, mattress covers, and bath towels are in the dryer...I'm lying, they're still in the washer, needing to go in the dryer.

To note: This blanket is the WORLD's BEST blanket. It's from Target. It's a Shabby Chic blanket that we use in our living room. It's like an adult-sized baby blanket. WONDERFUL! It's also Ryan's favorite. He often goes up to the blanket basket, rests his head and sucks his thumb before going back to play. Say a prayer that his blanket will make it out of the crib unscathed.

Ryan & Friends

So far, Summer has been filled with lots of swimming, friends and WALKING! Lots of walking. And, when I say walking, I mean that I don't have to worry about Ryan getting in to anything b/c all he wants to do is walk. Yes, this will be short-lived, but I'm enjoying it! And, no my house is not baby-proofed yet. For some reason, my child's safety is not coming first. Hmm. Ryan knows how much I love beaded necklaces.

Sweet Ashley got some snuggle time with Ryan while we watched "So You Think You Can Dance". And, yes. I still think I can dance.

Ryan and I ran in to Natalie and Johnny at the airport. They were a HUGE help while we waited for our flight. Nat and Johnny....THANK YOU!

Try to guess who was born first.

This is at Mel's house. We put the boys in Hudson's room, and blocked the door so they couldn't get out. Our intention... to make two glasses of wine and actually sit down. Good intention, yes. Did it happen?

I think this was taken around 2:30pm...still in their pj's.

Ryan loved him some Beau-time.

Mikey-mike and his precious visor. Please excuse the visor.