Dressing Warm

Ryan loves going for walks. Even when it's cold, we just bundle up

and go! Ryan used to always fall asleep at some point during the

walk, but he is now able to stay up almost the entire time and look around!

We just wanted to show you how cute he is in his ski hat.

C'mon People...really?

I'll admit it, I was very excited that it was snowing, and that the snow was sticking. It really reminded me of the BEGINNING of a snowfall in Cleveland. HOWEVER...this appears to be the peak of our storm. Nevertheless, all that the local news is showing is the one sand truck that is owned by the City of Atlanta, the run on bread and milk at the grocery stores, and the Home Depots that are sold out of portable heaters. Come on people...this is a MINOR event. But, here are some pictures from the first snowfall at our house.
See...not even enough to cover all of the grass.
Charlie discovers the joys of yellow snow.

Seven Months!

Ryan had a big 7 month birthday. He spent it playing with his friend Henry. He even took Henry to music class with him! The day was so big, Ryan was finally willing to nap in his crib instead of his swing, and he napped for 3 hours! Ryan appears to be on the verge of crawling. He gets on all fours, and pushes back and forth. He is able to get from one place to another, but it's not really crawling...yet!!! Ryan also has 1/4 of one tooth on the bottom!
Ryan and Henry all ready to go to music class
Ryan watches Henry play with his favorite ball at home.
Eating breakfast

Hangin' Around

Ryan got a new jumping toy for Hannukah. He really enjoys hanging out in it, and he is learning how to jump. Sammy Curtiss (see above) enjoyed hanging out in it too!

Charlie wanted to see how it worked!

Poppo and Nanna come

Well, Poppo and Nanna got us a camcorder for Hannukah, so unfortunately, we don't have many pictures from thier visit this past week. But, we sure had a lot of fun! Ryan got his Hannukah presents, and got to spend every day with Poppo and Nanna playing, and learning the different ways that the Cleveland Browns may make the playoffs. Here is a shot from opening presents...the Ryan tried out his towel from Auntie Laura and Uncle Brian. Ryan also enjoyed a visit from his friend Henry!

Six Month Portraits

These are some pictures from Ryan's 6 month photo shoot. We just wanted to post them!

Playdate with Abigail

Abigail (and Jason, Allison and Lucy the dog) came to play Sunday night. While Lucy and Charlie ran around the house like crazy dogs, Abigail and Ryan played. Abigail discovered what a wonderful musician she is. She is equally as good on the drums as she is on keyboards! Ryan found that he loved trying to eat Abigail's boots. It was really fun watching them interact!

Abigail shared her puffy buscuits with Ryan so he ate finger food for the first time. Another milestone for the blog!!! Thanks Abigail!
Earlier in the day, we went for a family walk. It got cold, so we had to bundle Ryan up. Doesn't he look like the kid in "A Christmas Story?"