California - Part 4

At Carmel beach -- it was freezing! We stayed long enough just to take these pictures. Then we drove around and admired the beautiful homes. They have so much character -- a refreshing change from our neighborhood. Ryanne with Hunny and Mommy. Ryanne with Daddy. The family. Ryanne posing for the camera -- she loves the camera and the camera loves her. Ryanne with Uncle Johnny.

California - Part 3

Ryanne at the beach in Santa Cruz. She tried really hard to take off that hat, but finally gave in to fashion and function. Ryanne had a great time with her cousins the Holliday and Shafer girls. The girls cheered while the boys played b-ball.

California - Part 2 / Napa Valley and Family Reunion Picture Day -- Gotcha Last!!

We went to California for the Shafer family reunion. We stayed in little cabins amongst the redwoods. Being our first official vacation since our honeymoon, we had a great time. We had a blast hiking, creek walking, going to the beach, riding rollercoasters on the boardwalk, winning grip competitions (that was just Mike), and competing against the family in some friendly (or not) Shafer Olympic events. We even made a trip to Napa Valley with cousins Jonathon and Ryanne and JP and Callie. It was beautiful and we tasted an assortment of Napa's finest (just kidding, Napa's cheapest). Baby Ryanne had such a good time meeting her family and loved all the attention. She especially loved all of her little cousins.

California - Part 1 / Cali vacation, in the redwoods, with Jon, Ryanne, and Callie

Crazy Ry

Ryanne is 10 months old. She loves to walk around using furniture or anyone's hand that she can grab onto. She says "mama" and "dada" (mostly dada, I win) clearly. She loves the bunny (Veggie tales anyone?) She loves bath time before bed. She's very social. She loves being around other people, especially children and babies. She has seven teeth, four on top and three on bottom, and is learning to chew soft foods. She has a big sweet tooth (thanks to mommy). She likes candlelight dinners, long walks on the beach, and men who aren't afraid to cry.

Ryanne's Glam Shots at 9 Months

Ryanne on the couch. Ryanne in the front yard with Mommy (she loves to be outside). Ryanne swimming in Hunny and Papa's pool. And Ryanne getting ready for aerobics (Mommy was wearing a matching headband).

It all begins

Hello to all. This blog is primarily for Sarah and I to show off how beautiful our daughter is. We will try and update pictures frequently, news less frequently, and cool and different fun things almost never. Hope you enjoy.