6 month doctor visit

Ryan went for his 6 month doctor appointment yesterday. He is doing great!  He weighs 17 lbs 12 oz and is 27 1/4 inches long.  We've recently started him on some solid foods.  So far, he hates rice cereal, peas and peaches but likes bananas, pears and prunes.  In other news, my work has approved my flexible work option plan so starting January I will be in the office 3 days a week.  I'm lucky to have a job that allows me to spend time with Ryan during the week.  

"Enjoying" some green beans

Ryan loves sticking his tongue out

Ready to go out

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Since today is Thanksgiving, I just wanted to take a second to give thanks for all the great things in my life.  I'm grateful for my husband, my son, my family and my friends. I'm especially thankful that I was able to take an extended leave from work to spend time with Ryan.  I've enjoyed every second we have been able to spend together.  Hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday!! Love to you all!!

What kid doesn't love a box?

Having fun

Happy Thanksgiving

Straight in the mouth

Lately, everything Ryan gets his hands on goes directly into his mouth.  Everything that is, except for his teething rings. For some reason, he does not enjoy any toy that is meant to be chewed on.  He would rather improvise with other things.

Loving his pig

At least his foot is clean

Mickey must taste good

Time to visit the Dentist?

It's hard for us to believe but Ryan cut two bottom teeth in the past week.  He actually did ok dealing with the pain.  He wanted to sleep a little more and eat a little less but overall he did fairly well.  I tried to take a picture of his teeth but he keeps sticking his tongue out when I try.  Both Matt & I think he's growing up a little too fast for our liking.  He's even getting much better at sitting up by himself.   

Over the weekend, Ryan met his newest friend Clara Flott.  She is so cute and tiny! Congrats again to Jeff & Steph!

Also, a very happy birthday to my dad!!

Laughing Out Loud

We were having dinner yesterday and started making a grocery list for Target.  Matt said he needed some Raisin Bran Crunch or RBC as he refers to it.  Matt started to chant "RBC" which Ryan thought was the most hilarious thing ever. 

Happy Halloween!!

Ryan with his pumpkin

Silly Monkey

One Sleepy Monkey

Play Dates and Pumpkins

Ryan has been very busy the last few days. On Thursday, we had a play date with Lola and Carol at Brookfield Zoo. Ryan was doing his best to flirt with Lola but she was mostly interested in the animals (especially the goats!!). On Saturday, we headed to Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm in Homer Glen. After watching some pig races and spending time at the pumpkin patch, we headed to La Grange and had a late lunch with Erin, Drew and Drew's mom Chris!! 

Ryan flirting with Lola

They did have fun regardless of how bored they look in this picture

Spending time with the pumpkins 

Becki & Ryan

Bears Game Video

On Sunday, Michael, Drew & Erin came by to watch the football game and have some wings.  During the game, Michael made the below video (which may have brought someone to tears).  Hope you enjoy it as much as we did!!

Day with Dad

Matt & Ryan had a father/son day yesterday while I took a trip to Hollowayville to spend the day with my mom and sisters. The boys had a great day including a trip to Einstein Bagels and Scooters, and a U of I victory.  Ryan and Matt also made a trip to the farmer's market where they met Rahm Emanuel.  While the boys were busy shaking hands with the potential future mayor of Chicago, my mom, Gina & I were helping Kaylee get ready for her first Homecoming dance.  She looked beautiful and had a great time!

Getting ready for a day with Dad!!

Ryan loves farmers markets, the Baby Bjorn and putting fingers in his mouth

Ryan and Dad

Kaylee and Blake

October Fun

Morning conversations

Enjoying Aunt Kaylee's volleyball game