Thanksgiving

There is so much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving.  Luckily for us we got to spend it with family and friends.  For the first time in 8 years we traveled to South Dakota to celebrate Thanksgiving and introduce Brynn to everyone.  She was a trooper.  She was an angel on the plane, adapted well to two hotel rooms, and my parents’ house. 

Brynn and I started our Thanksgiving adventure with a few days in Sioux Falls, where we slowly adapted to the cold weather.  Unfortunately for Brynn her body was not so sure about the cold weather and had a stomach ache for most of the trip.  Grandma and Grandpa Woodward did not mind.  They just loved spending time with her.  Grandma even shared her favorite blanket with Brynn.
 

Next we picked up Daddy and headed to Kennebec, SD where she got to meet the Belitz family.  I was surprised at how well she did with all of the people.  She even took a nap with cousins running circles around her.

Lastly, Brynn got to go to the Ramada with all of her cousins, Grandma Nancy and Grandpa Jim to go swimming.  She was in her element here.  She finally got to be in her swimsuit and not bundled up in layers, which she hates.  She was happy to take in the heated pool area and relax.

We had a great trip and despite Brynn not feeling well she loved meeting everyone and can’t wait to visit again over Christmas. 

Shake, Rattle and Roll

After weeks of frustration and rocking back and forth, Brynn rolled over for the first time.  Last night with an audience watching, Brynn was showing off her head strength during tummy time and rolled over.  We all cheered and she was all smiles.  Brynn was having so much fun playing and giggling that I happen to have the camera out and captured the moment on film. 

We can not believe it.  A month ago Brynn could not even hold her head up on her own and now she is hitting all of these milestones that we thought were weeks away.  It is great to be home to witness all of these events.  However, all of these milestones remind me that soon I will have to go back to work and potentially miss some of her “firsts”. 

Long Day of Shopping

The temperature here in Southern California has been abnormally hot the past few days.  We took a break from the heat and took a trip to the mall.  Brynn was a trooper.  She started off strong with her zebra in hand. 

Halfway through the day after a power lunch a quick cat nap was in order.

Then on the way home she made it known that she did not want to be bothered while she caught some major zzzz’s.  Her zebra kept watch to make sure she was not disturbed.  Sometimes a girl just needs her beauty sleep.    

First Halloween

Happy Halloween!!!  The sweetest little pig graced us with her presence all day long. 

I thought a pig would be the perfect costume for Brynn since pink is her signature color and our neighbors had already given us the pajamas and matching pig booties as a gift.  As the day went on, Brynn loved her costume more and more. 

We spent the day enjoying the weather and the beach and later went to the Huntington Beach Halloween Street Fair. The Street Fair was fun and made us very excited for next year when Brynn can walk and enjoy all the festivities. 

While walking around the Street Fair people were asking Cameron if Brynn was real or a doll --people thought Cameron was the character, Alan Garner, from The Hangover since he had not shaved, had no costume and a baby carrier on.  It was too funny.

Two Months Old

I can not believe how time has flown by.  It feels like we just brought her home from the hospital last week.  I knew that aspects of our lives were going to change once we had Brynn but I did not realize everything was going to change.  Before she was born I made this long list of items I was going to complete while on maternity leave.  I have not completed one of those items and now have no intention of even glancing at the list, as I would rather spend my time playing with her, snuggling with her, talking to her, listening to her babble back, watching her sleep, and letting her explore the world.  Housework and the gym no longer matter.  Dinners that take more than 30 minutes to cook are a thing of the past and I can not remember the last time I even thought about work.  Yes our lives have completely changed, but we would not give up our new life for anything.  It is great to once again look at life through the eyes of a child and have your life full of love. 

Below are some pictures of Brynn’s favorite things.

Bath Time...

Walks with Dad...

Play Mat....

Talking....



Spending Time With Auntie Ashley...

Denver

Brynn took her first airplane ride this past weekend.  She was a perfect angel on the flight.  As you can see in the photo below she was very excited to go and visit Aunt Heidi and Uncle Eric.

Denver was a blast.  It was great for Brynn to finally meet her Aunt Heidi and Uncle Eric, who spoiled her rotten.  She misses them already. 

While in Denver we explored the downtown area.  Brynn and Daddy even checked out the capital building while Mom got a massage.

Our Little Peanut

Brynn had her six week check-up and shots this week.  She is growing quickly and not such a little peanut anymore.  The doctor was very happy with her weight gain and surprised by her strength and giggles.  She now weighs 10 lbs 10 oz and continues to be very long at 22 ½ inches, which is in the 75^th percentile.  I wonder who she gets that from?  Brynn was showing off all of her tricks while in the doctor’s office.  She was lifting her head, rocking back and forth, smiling, and giggling.    

Brynn has now mastered the “fake cry”.  She has even learned how to add the big bottom lip. 

Check out Brynn’s new kicks.  Thanks Matt she loves them.  It might take her a few years to grow into them.