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!