Grandpa and Great-grandpa Smith

Two fabulous role models for Ryan...so thankful for the time he gets to spend with these God-following men!

Elvis has left the building!

Let me just say that the first time your little man or lady gets their hair cut it seems to grow them up like five years in just a few short minutes. It might be enough to make a mama get misty-eyed.

About a week ago I decided that it was time to get Ryan's hair "trimmed". Paul had nicely been suggesting this for quite some time but it takes longer for the mom to give in some times. So, we were out shopping at a cute little kids boutique and relaxing at The Mill and Emily's new shop is sandwiched right in between the two so I thought I'd stop in and say hi. When I asked her if she did little man cuts she had me come back in a few when she finished a color. He was totally flirting with the lady getting her color done...she took half the pics cuz he kept smiling at her! I must say she did a fantastic job...way better than I would do for sure!

No more Elvis sideburns for Ryan! OH Yeah...my hair is different too! I'm totally loving having a style...Emily cut it too.

Ride 'em, Cowboy!

Mid March we took a trip back to Broken Bow to see family. Ryan experienced quite a few firsts on the farm...see pictures below. First horse "ride", first time petting a kitty and a chicken, first with baby calves and fish, and the first time playing in the grass!

hamper fun

Yesterday we were home all day and sometimes I think Ryan gets board so I try to do fun and new things for him. We happen to be folding some clothes and he was getting a little tired of being on the floor so I had an idea. I think he thought his mom was pretty cool. ;)

And there's the added benefit of pushing him around the floor in circles, back and forth, it does provide a little work out on your upper body!

splish-splash

Everyday is full of new things for our little man. Just a few days ago it was the new found love of splashing in the tub. I love watching him and being reminded to enjoy the simple things in my own life.

We had a friend over, Hudson, who is about a year older and you could tell by the smiles and curious looks that Ryan is learning much from Hudson and anticipating the day he'll be able to do the same.

My friend Erin's little girl, Brynn, has been sharing her baby toys with Ryan. This ball toy is a big hit. It pushes the balls through and out with air and Ryan thinks that's pretty big fun.

8 months

It is unbelievable how fast he's growing! He'll be 8 months tomorrow and I know, it's cliche, but it seems like only yesterday!

Cheerio!

The first taste and experience of Cheerios! Oh, the joy of watching your child change and grow. I really cannot believe that he's almost 7 months old! He seems to change right before our eyes.