Time flies when you are having fun!

My Oh My...  Where have these past couple of months gone?  It is so hard to believe that Ryah is already 4 months old!  A couple weeks ago she had her 4 month check up... which also meant another round of shots.  She was such a trooper, and the magic of sugar water on her pacifier is AMAZING!  Dr. Andresen said she is growing like a weed, and didn't have any concerns at this point.  He said we can try some baby food next month.  YIKES!!!!

Ryah's 4 month stats: 

Height:  25 1/2 inches (92nd percentile)

Weight: 15lbs 7oz (88th percentile)

Head Circum:  42 cm (80th percentile)

Ryah has made a few new discoveries this past month.  She has discovered her toes, and loves to put them in her mouth.  She also has discovered that she has a voice...  she loves to squeal and is constantly making noise.  I hear she is quite the social butterfly at daycare (she must get that from her dad!).  She has developed her own little personality and is the sweetest little girl ever!  We just love her to pieces!!!!

Trying out the new high-chair

Looks a lot like daddy here!

My girlfriend Jaime brought her kids, Ryker and Skyler over the other night.  They were so cute playing with Ryah.  I think I will have full time babysitters if I ever need one.  I told Jaime she needed to have one more kid, but she shot that idea down.  Instead she did the sweetest thing ever... she gave me all of her daughter's clothes that no longer fit her.  I couldn't believe my eyes.  There was a huge box full of clothes!  i don't think I will need to buy Ryah another outfit for a couple of years.  Thank you so much Jaime!

Hope everyone is able to enjoy time with their families for Thanksgiving.  Have a Happy Turkey Day!





Baptism

Matt and I are members of the United Church of Christ in Ralston. This past weekend we had Ryah baptized in this church.  It was such a blessing to have all her aunts, uncles, and both sets of grandparents at church with us for her baptism.  It was such a nice service and Pastor Lynette did a wonderful job!  I have to admit, I shed tears of joy when Pastor took Ryah up and down the aisle and the congergation sang "Jesus Loves Me."  After the ceremony we had lunch and cake at Grandma and Grandpa Goolsby's house.

Ryah's Godparents:  Uncle Aaron Goolsby and Aunt Alisa Jensen

We are so thankful for such a loving family!!

Eating Rice Cereal

Wow, what an experience we have had these past couple of weeks.  Ryah's doc said we could start some rice cereal a few weeks before her 4 month appt with him.  So I thought, what the heck...  this should be easy!  Well, no one told me this was going to be a time consuming process, and she would only get about 1/3 in her mouth :)  It is pretty funny to watch her facial expressions when she does actually get some in her mouth. 

If she takes after her mom, she will get the hang of this and then won't be able to stop!

Ghost, Goblins, and.... a Flower

Happy Halloween!  (Okay, so I am little behind in posting this).  It has been crazy around our house these past couple of weeks.  Matt has been keeping busy by remodeling the master bathroom.  Since this technically is "his" bathroom, I am trying really hard to keep all my suggestions/comments to myself.  I am anxiously awaiting to see the finished project.
Ryah continues to grow like a weed.  She is such a happy baby and is so much fun to be around.  These past few weeks Ryah has reached a few milestones.  She is rolling over both ways, has very good head control, and loves to hear her voice.  Did I mention I have the most wonderful baby EVER!
We took Ryah Trick or Treating on Sunday night.  We made stops at grandma and grandpa Goolsby's and Aaron & Franny's house.  My little flower was completely exhausted by the time we got home. 

I know Jessie was not happy with me, but this picture cracks me up

Look at those cheeks!

Michael "The monkey" and Ryah celebrating their 1st Halloween together

Ryah and her treats from Grandma & Grandpa Goolsby

Ryah sitting in one of her most favorite spots:  Grandpa's lap!

I am anxiously awaiting this weekend.  My family will be coming to Omaha for Ryah's baptism on Sunday.  I tried her gown on this evening, and she looks so adorable, just like a little angel.