Changing things up a bit!

Hello world! I've taken over Sam's daddy blog and I'm attempting to start blogging. I kept trying to decide what the best way would be for me to share all of Brynley's stories and a friend suggested I blog. So I figure I'll give it a shot! I probably have some catching up to do...it looks like the last blog Sam posted was our 2011 Christmas card featuring our precious girl! Those were her 6 month professional photos and a lot has happened since then! Here is the run down:

6 months: Brynley says "da-da" for the first time and its official her first word is "dada".... Sad day for this mommy! She also began scooting across the floor which then turned into a full on army crawl that is speedy Gonzales fast! Which then moved into her transitioning from scooting to sitting on her butt! It amazes me how many changes occur is such little time! We celebrated Halloween and our princess was no other than, a princess! She was Belle from Beauty and the Beast (her favorite movie)! We also had our first big fall this month...it was all my fault and I wont go into detail but I will say that I have considered putting her in a plastic bubble to live! I know, I know! It happens...so I guess I'll just invest in some ice packs and band aids because with her on the move falls and "booboos" are inevitable!

7 months: We went from the army crawl to crawling in no time! The next thing I know she is attempting to pull herself up on anything and everything around her! Be it the ottoman, entertainment center, couch, etc! This girl is a mess and she isn't even walking yet!  Not only will she pull herself up but she is attempting to balance too as she will let go of whatever it is she was holding onto! Usually she falls graciously on to the floor but occasionally I have to pull out the icepack or wipe away a few tears....Thanksgiving came and went and our family had MUCH to be thankful for. We were able to celebrate with both families and it was so nice! An unimaginable amount of love overwhelms us when we spend time with our families and it was a beautiful thing :) We are very blessed to have that much love supporting us and baby B too! This month I noticed that her bangs were getting a little long so I decided to give her a trim...bad idea! It looked very much like I had used a bowl to guide my cut and she looked silly for a few days :) Her next trim will definitely be by a professional! Sam worked some funky hours this month and Brynley and I decided to have a sleepover at my parent's house! It was nice to spend the evening and night with them and meet Sam in the morning. This ended up being a good idea because he was able to get the rest he needed and we were able to spend some quality time with Cappy and Gigi! Since it was the Christmas season we decided to take Bryn to her first Parade of Lights in Cy Fair. It was so much fun and it being able to share these moments with our daughter is like reliving childhood all over again..only better! Seeing her face light up at the lights and seeing what she noticed and heard was so much fun! It is definitely a tradition we'd like to continue. The last major event of this month is she started to attempt to say "mama"! It sounds more like "mmmmmmaaa- mmmmmmaaa" but hey! I'll take what I can get :) As far as I'm concerned, she's said her second word!

Now that you are all caught up on the big events of the past 2 months I can tell you that Brynley is eating 4-5 bottles a day, plus one veggie and one fruit puree. She will eat any veggie or fruit, expect pees. For some reason those never fancied her! She LOVES all the Gerber snacks like the puffs, yogurt bites and cookies :) These treats are lifesavers if we are out at a restaurant or at the store!

Miss priss is such a happy baby! People ask me all the time if she ever cries...the answer is OH YESS! but for the most part she is a pretty happy kid! I would like to think that her dad and I have something to do with that, because we pretty much laugh 99.9% of the time we are together but then again, what do I know?? All I can say is that we feel pretty darn blessed to have a happy, healthy baby girl and all I can do is thank God each and every day for giving her to us.

Thanks for reading! I look forward to posting again soon!

Christina

Photo Card

Here is a sneak peek of our Christmas cards this year!  Love them! Thank you shutterfly :)

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Watch Me Now, Hey!

What a couple weeks it has been!  So I told you a couple weeks ago Brynley began sitting on her own, which she is becoming quite skilled at. While she was improving her sitting ability, she must have lost her balance and tipped over square.  Poor girl, had mom sitting right behind and by the time Christina turned to catch her, Brynley was sitting there flat on her face.  It sounds worse than it really was, but Brynley paused for a second or two, then a loud cry burst out.  Probably the loudest I have heard her in all her 5 months of being with us. Christina began sulking her and trying to settle her emotions. Well the pain must have been too much. As Christina turned towards me, all I saw were 2 huge tears sliding down her cheeks, lips curled downward, and eyes just filled with tears. I would have to agree with what parents say, "when they hurt, you hurt".  That statement is as true as it gets. 

Brynley is 5 months now and I am working on trying to get her to say "Da-Da", but it has been a very slow process. She will get there soon.  No signs of any teeth yet or her beginning to crawl.  She will definitely be crawling sooner than later I just know it.  In the evenings she loves to talk.  Brynley will go on and on on how her day went with Goo or how happy she is after finishing dinner. You didn't know we spoke baby talk did you?  We are so blessed to have such a happy baby.  We love her to pieces and can't wait until she begins to walk and talk. That will be a fun age..... I think.  :)     Her feeding habits have been pretty normal.  She typically eats about 6 oz per feeding, but we are about to begin some mushed up carrots or sweet peas.  I think she will enjoy the new foods.  We are on the hunt for a Halloween costume, so stay tuned for that picture. Heck, we might even get some good video footage. Until then, PEACE!

Say it Aint So

As I am jamming out on my iPhone, a song came on that made me think.  'Say it Aint So' was playing and I am wondering wow, Brynley is now sitting on her own...... Say it aint so.   She has been a joy to watch thus far and I know many more wonderful memories will be produced as she continues to grow.  Seems like yesterday she was a mere 7lbs and keeping mommy and daddy up way past bedtime. Now she is just over 15lbs and 25in long.  Her conversations have become a regular occurrence and Christina and I ask each other.... What do you think she is trying to say?  Every day I am thankful for this miracle that was given to us.  As I blog more and more, you will realize that I will constantly reiterate my feelings for Brynley and how much she has altered our life as well as our lifestyle. 

Brynley is just shy of 5 months and we hope we can continue to see her develop and make mommy and daddy proud.  We started her on Rice cereal about a month ago and has taken it pretty well.  A little too much can cause her to spit up a little.  We also tried to spoon feed her the rice cereal and we were somewhat successful. She didn't know what to think about this weird object entering her mouth.  She knew it wasn't her usual bottle.

So to go back to the sitting up on her own...... We discovered her doing this one Friday afternoon (which was on 9/2) and was blown away that she was able to keep her balance at such an early age.  Granted she is not 100% balanced.  She does have her few tip overs.  She has bumped her head and nose in the process, but I could tell she was ready to sit back up and try it again.   She is loved by so many and I want to personally thanks each and everyone of you for your contribution whether it be diapers, clothes, or the love and affection.  She is such a happy and wonderful baby, I think one day she will realize she is an Olympic Champion and make Dad proud.  :)  What?, a father can't dream of her child becoming such an elite athlete?  I mean her Dad(me) was one of the best athletes that walked the face of the Earth.  Ok, I am exaggerating a little. She is truly a blessing and will continue to update you on her progress.  Until then, PEACE!

Such a Gigglemeister

OK, So Mom(Christina) figured out this weird word, which isn't even a word, and Brynley could not contain herself. Every time that jibber jabber came from Mom's mouth, she cracked up (Make sure to view that video below).  Seems as though normal verbiage just doesn't seem to entertain her as much as the odd noises coming from Mom and I. She has been such a joy to be around.  Every time I see that face, I can't help but just giggle myself. 

So she had her 4 month shots on Friday- 8/30 and the first shot was a stinger.  She did not like it at all.  The next 2 were very quick and really didn't have alot of time to think about the pain those 2 caused because she was still crying from the first one.  After some TLC from Dad (No Mom this time, just me), she began to settle down.  After 5 minutes she was as good as new. I felt proud because here I have a 4 month old that was just given 3 shots and not a tear present.  Behind me I see a 5 year old crying uncontrollably.  That was a proud moment for me.  Mrs. Brynley represented the Mitchell family quite well. 

At her appointment, the nurse took her weight, height, and head circumference.  She came in at 15.4lbs and 25in long.  I cannot remember her head circumference, but I know it was around the 40th percentile.  She is healthy as can be and on her way to becoming the next Jenny Finch.  :)              

We set up her 6 month appt. in October and by then we hope she is crawling. Mom and I will continue to work on helping her obtain this goal, but eventually she has to do it on her own right?  Until next time, PEACE!