The last two weeks have been full of ups and downs. We welcomed a new cousin to the family and then had to say goodbye to him two days later. Life is a miracle. Among other things Brody's has served as a reminder for me that this is not our home and we were made for more than just this brief stint on earth. It is easy to say that when it doesn't matter, but when you are watching a little one slip away it is much more difficult. I appreciate every second I have with Ryker but I think I left that hospital even more appreciative (if that was possible) of the gift of his life and the time we have had with him to date, and how blessed he has been health wise. It is something we probably take for granted too often, but praise Jesus, Ryker has had a great first year. As we said hello and goodbye to Brody all too soon, I feel somewhat guilty thinking that Ryker's first year has flown by so quickly. Truthfully, though, it has. It is hard to believe he is almost one year old. I am so thankful that God has allowed me to stay home and witness all of his daily changes; from smiling to rolling over, sitting up to crawling, and most recently his first few steps yesterday. It is amazing! It seems like only yesterday we were preparing for that trip to the hospital for delivery and now he is this little boy...23 pounds of lovin' all wrapped up in the cutest package ever! He looks more and more like Daddy everyday. I see the ornery that must be a gift from Dad now and then, too. I can tell that he is caring and thoughtful. He still takes so much in when we are out and about. He is friendly, often saying "hi" to every single person we pass in public. He is sharing now. I never thought I would like a slobbery fisted cheerio being put in my mouth, but I welcome each one that he insists I take. Does it get any better than this? Oh, being a Mommy is great, but being Ryker's Mommy is perfect!
With Ryker turning ONE next week, we will be transitioning him over to his new blog spot. We figured he is no longer "baby Brenneman"...he's a big boy. So, please switch your bookmarks over to http://www.rykerbrenneman.blogspot.com. This one will still be active for a little while longer, but please start using the other blog today. Thank you to everyone for their thoughts and prayers for Ryker and for our family. We look forward to Ryker's many adventures ahead and invite you to join us as he tackles toddler-hood!
Love,
Ryker's Mama
Here are some pictures from the past couple of weeks:
Baby Brody "the fighter"
Andrew and Ryker (Ryker is so excited that Andrew, Emili, and Rilei have moved to town. He thinks Andrew is hilarious!)
Emerson and Ryker (Emerson was bonking Ryker on the head with a soft racquet--while I took pictures--and then leaned over as if to say, "Sorry buddy.")
Having a blast!
The sleeping pictures never get old...he is so sweet and innocent.
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