46 weeks

This week we received a diagnoses no one ever wants to receive.  Grandma found out she has breast cancer, and although the news was devastating, my Mother is the strongest, most resilient person I know and she will beat this!  I can only hope Rylan grows up to be as tough as Grandma!

 

Teaching Pop how to keep a steady beat

First date night since Rylan came into the world!   Thank you Auntie Laura and Uncle Brian

Bye Mom and Dad

This girl loves playing in water

Cuddle sesh

Peek-a-boo!!

Jeggings make her look soooo big

There are many terrible things about cancer, the feeling of helplessness is up there.  So as an act of support ALL the woman in my family dyed their hair pink for Grandma!  It was the least we could do for someone who has loved and supported us ALL tirelessly....and we are tiring I'm sure!

Rylan insisted on coordinating with my new do

Another adorable outfit from Grandma

This girl is always willing to lend a hand

45 weeks

As much as we loved our fun filled weekend at Disneyland, it was nice to come home and fall back into our everyday routine.

Bye bye Downtown Disney

 

Future country star

 

Sun's out, guns out

 

Dreaming

 

Helper girl

 

Mid day selfie for Pop

 

Rylan and I love bringing home costco sushi for lunch

 

Play date with Baby Caitlin

 

Rylan LOVES to read!  More often than not, she can be found next to the bookshelf reading to herself.

 

Looking like a big girl!

 

Penny may be the funniest cat on the planet.  Rylan absolutely adores her furry friend.

 

Working on using a big girl cup for comfort!

44 weeks

Another week of family fun!  We started with Nana and Papa, enjoyed a visit to Grandma's house, and rounded things out with the Otto's in Disneyland!  We love our big family and feel so lucky to spend time with each and every one of them!!

Nana and Papa joined us for one of our favorite Saturday activities, walking to Starbucks.

Trying on Pop's new gardening hat

We had an errand to run in La Jolla, so we took the opportunity to lunch as a family.  We had a wonderful time!

Meeting Aunt Maureen's new dog, Murphy!

We did a test run at the Disney Store on our way to Grandma and Papa's house!  We will see you Friday Mickey!!

Grandma's have the best toys...

and the best food

Lunching at the Palace with Grandma, Aidan, Papa, Rowan, and Nana

Yes, I see that Grandma gave you a popsicle

She did NOT like the way the grass felt but she HAD to explore, hence the crab crawl

Big cousin time!  Austin is lucky I did post the picture of him in the Elsa hat.

So happy to see Aunt Cami

First timer, ready for Disneyland!!!!

After a week apart these two were so excited to see each other 

The Otto's aren't competitive at all

Taking in Mickey Mouse Clubhouse LIVE

We tried really hard to get Grandma that cousin pic she asked for

Our group pic wasn't much better

At some point, someone snuck Rylan and oreo.  I'm still unsure who the culprit was, though I have my suspicions. 

What a fun first trip to Disney!

10 months

Double Digits!  I can't believe it!  This girl has 5 teeth, loves to crawl and has started carrying things with her as she goes, she loves music, animals, and all things dirty!  We love you big girl!

Obligatory family pic

She finally likes the sand

Mommy Rylan selfie

43 weeks

We were so lucky to enjoy a visit from Grandma this week!  One of my favorite people in the world is quickly becoming one of Rylan's!  We had so much fun working on Nana's condo, enjoying some of Rylan's weekly activities, and eating and drinking our way around San Diego.

Snacks and Brews at Helix Brewing Co.

Telling Sheriff Callie what's up

Reading Pop's childhood story books

Soooooo happy to see Grandma

This is what happens when you fight sleep and DON'T win

Checking out all the mirrors in Nana and Papa's condo

Cocktails and french fries

Ready for music

Grandma's give the best tickles

She was so much more confident in music class with two adults there.  It was hysterical.

Rylan thought playing "E.T." with Grandma was the BEST

Walking Grandma back to Nana's condo

Sometimes this girl does things that make my heart explode!  Today she kept hugging and kissing Minnie Mouse over, and over.  It was too much!

Catholic night at Petco Park!  Lila and I caught a game (and some Holy Spirit) with the Padres and the Catholic baseball fans.