Ryann goes swimming!!

Today we took Ry swimming for the first time.  Auntie Kacey was coming over and told us she would come with us.  Unfortunately, AK forgot her bathing suit, which was great for us, as she was able to take pictures for us of Ry's first swim.  Thanks AK!

Since Ry love's the water Dan and I have discussed signing her up for swim lessons when she hits the 6 month mark. While the lessons probably won't be too beneficial at such a young age, I'm hoping that they will at least limit future fears of the water. It always amazed me when I lifeguarded how many children were afraid of the water, and I really hope Ryann won't have that fear. 

Ryann lasted in the water for about 15 minutes before she started shivering, and seemed to enjoy her time in the water.  Growing up with a pool in our back yard, many of my favorite childhood memories revolve around being in the water.  I hope Ry will love swimming as much as I used to. 

Christmas

Well Ry's first Christmas was amazing. Unfortunatly she had been a little under the weather after a reaction from her 4 month vaccines, but she is starting to feel better each day.  We are just hoping that this was a fluke and she doesn't have the same reaction for her 6 month shots.  This was Ryann's first time getting sick, and it broke this Momma's heart.  Even though she couldn't keep food down, she managed to always have a smile on her face.  

Christmas Eve  morning Kacey, Nate and Dottie came over to bake Grampy's gingersnap cookies.  It took a little longer than expected, and two trips to the convenience store (even though AK insisted she was bringing all the ingredients).   After we were done baking we jumped in the car and headed over to Grammy & PapaRonski's for Polish Christmas dinner of Pierogi's and Fish.  

Since Ry had been sick I opted to wait to put her in her Christmas outfit when we arrived.  Unfortunately when I went to get Ry dressed I realized her black tights were missing.  This called for a trip to BRU (sorry Kimmy... hangs head in shame) from Ry's crazy Momma.  There was no way my little girl wasn't going to put on her Christmas dress!

After dinner we headed out to Grammy & Grampy's for Christmas with my Mom's family.  We pick names, and swap gifts with our family.  Ryann didn't enter the swap this year, and got spoiled with gifts from everyone!  I also ended up with a really nice Camera bag with lots of slots for lenses/flashes etc... Now I just need to start filling it!  

We slept of Grammy and Grampy's on Christmas eve, exchanged gifts, and headed home to see what Santa brought Ryann.  

Christmas Day included dinner with Ry's cousins, Grammy & PapaRonski, and then on the 26th we exchanged with the entire Kob's family.

Ry Saw Santa - Take 2

Ry came to my work the other day for the Children's holiday party.  While I realize people probably looked at my a little funny knowing that Ry couldn't exactly enjoy any of the happenings any excuse to have a few extra hours during the day with my bug I'm going to take!

Once again - Ry enjoyed her time with the Jolly old man.  Now I realize that Santa looks a little different this time around, but one day Ry will understand that Santa is a busy busy man and his Elf's take turns dressing like him to help Santa out during this busy time of year!  This Elf looks like he has been stealing too many of Santa's cookies!

4 Months

I can't believe 4 months has passed!   My little bug is getting so big!  A few highlights from her days:

• Ry sleeps from 9pm to anywhere between 5-7am, with her longest stretch going until 7:30.  
• She loves bath time and enjoys a good 20-30 minute bath every night.
• She hasn't been weighted since she went to the doctors at 3 months, but a few extra rolls in her legs are proof that she has been gaining weight.
• Momma still lets her snuggle in the big bed after her morning feeding.  This is more for Momma's sake than Ry's.  She would go back to bed in her crib if I put her there.
• She is starting to has outgrow(n) her 0-3s, and her size 1 pampers are starting to get snug.  She wore her first pair of 6 month jammies last night. 
• Favorite toys include Snoop (her Angel dear lovey) and Princess.  She also loves her rattles (specifically the ones from her Great Grandma from Halloween. (since she can't have M&Ms until next year)
• Kipu has eaten 10 Pacis to date.
• Ry is doing great at school and always gets good report cards.