We are so thankful

This Thanksgiving, we are thankful for so many things: the love and generosity that our family and friends show us each and every day, our health, our talents, and most of all, for the sweet little blessing that attaches to my leg screaming bloody murder at least once a day. :)

We spent turkey day at my grandma Jinnie's house with family, eating all the deliciousness that is Thanksgiving dinner. Ryan had a ball, of course -- playing with my cousin's daughter, Natalie, and with all the adults, too.

Here's Ryan modeling a sweet hat for the occasion. This stayed on about 30 seconds, tops:
My grandma's house backs to a woodsy area very close to a state park, so she often has deer come up for a snack just before dusk. This means that Ryan got to see his first deer up close:
Seriously - close.
Last, here's a shot of great-grandma and Ryan. Disclaimer: Ryan was hyped up on sugar from mooching bites of everyone's pie.
We hope your Thanksgiving was full of family, food and fun! Next up...Christmas!

Birthday Boy

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Biiiiirrrthdaaaay deeearrrr Ryyyy-aaaaann, Happy Birthday toooo yoooooou!

That's right, Ryan is 1! We've had so much fun celebrating the past few days, and Ryan is digging playing with all his new toys, eating leftover party food and cake, and dragging bunches of helium balloons around the house. Enjoy some photos of the big day and party below!

We started off the birthday with one of Ryan's favorite breakfasts - pancakes - with a Diego candle. Ryan was enthralled, but I'm not sure if it's b/c he liked the candle, or was concerned that his hero was on fire.
We also went out to dinner to celebrate at Red Robin. Ryan colored for the first time with daddy.
Of course, Ryan totally dug the balloons -- Our meals out would sure be a whole lot easier if every restaurant had them.
Ryan even got his first taste of ice cream as a birthday treat, complete with singing, clapping wait staff.
On party day, the b-day boy models a sweet party hat.
Here's Ryan's mini cake that I decorated -- this was to be his own cake to smoosh and eat.

Ryan was mesmerized by the candle...and the prospect of digging in to his cake!

Then, he sampled some...and some more...and some more.

Don't worry, we fed the party guests a separate cake (that I also made) - and yes, most everyone had blue lips and teeth after enjoying it.

Here's a shot of the fam -- Ryan gave me an icing beard, which was pretty sweet.
Our basement is beginning to look like a toy store -- Ryan received a wagon, mower, slide, ball pit, t-ball set, golf clubs, monster tent, trucks and cars, clothes, sit n spin...and so much more - it's overwhelming, but Ryan's loving it. Here's a cute shot of him in his new ball pit.
We're so blessed to have had so many family members around us to celebrate -- Ryan is one lucky boy!

Happy Halloween!

We had a fabulous Halloween this year -- our day started with cousin Autumn's 1st birthday party, and ended with a trip to trick or treat at Nana and Papa Mungenast's house. Our little blue monster was hilarious...and totally adorable. I could go on and on, or I could just show you the proof.

Here's Ryan and I having a great time. In this shot, I can finally see a little resemblance...ok, a lot. :)
Cousin Autumn had 2 costumes - but her fairy costume was precious! (The other one was an OU cheerleader)
Grandma and Papa Trammell came in town for the week to celebrate Halloween, 1st birthdays and more.
Ryan and cousin Haedyn shared a costume theme...monsters!

This shot was too cute not to share. Ryan and his Nana... Happy Halloween!