Family Weekend

My parents were in town from NJ for the weekend. We took advantage of the nice weather spent some time outside. I love watching Ryan interact with people he doesn't see all the time because they marvel over the things that he does that Lisa and I have almost come to take for granted. His vocab is rapidly growing. The words may not be perfect (sneeze becomes "neese") but he is a much better communicator these days. Among the other highlights: Lightning McQueen is "Neen", all 3 wonder pets are discernible, we've added table, apple, grass, ouchie, blue, green and pink. Those are just some of the more recent ones.

In a way, that is why this blog doesn't really do justice to Ryan's ever developing personality, independence and persistence. He is an amazing child - willful but caring. I am so grateful for our ever tolerant pets - especially our cat who endures more leg pulling, fur grabbing and "hugs" than most would tolerate. He loves to run and jump. Given the choice he'd live outside. I can't believe that age two is right around the corner.

Back to the pictures....



Taking a break on the sidewalk...



Pointing out the van or "nan" to Grandma...


Grandpa took a break painting the shutters to push Ryan around in his swing...