(This post is a little old but I still wanted to tell you all a little about her progress!!!)
Riann rolled over last night for the first time. We're a little frustrated with her because she pretty much did the first one while we were both out of the room. She's becoming a master at it though. She did it 4 times all last night. We haven't given it another shot this morning but I'm excited to see if she'll keep trying. She really has to get a running start at it so it's pretty cute!!!
Life as we know it's certainly going to be over but she is so amazing to watch as she gets bigger!!! I still can't believe she is who she is most days. It's become such a joy to see her grow and develop. she's already changed so much. It's exciting to see what might be around the corner.
I tried to upload a video but I think it was too big to load... that's what caused the delay in posting. We're still working on getting it up. I hope I can soon!!!
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
My "Fathers"
So I'm totally lame and didn't get a chance to sit down and write a quick note for Father's Day because things got a little crazy this weekend but I wanted to sit down and do it now. I am so lucky to have a person like Paul in my life and I can't express how much joy he brings me. He is an amazing father and I grow each day because I get the chance to watch him interact with Riann. He's amazing!!!! He was such a strength to me the day she was born and he's worked so hard to take care of us each day after that. There were moments I couldn't believe the things he would do and it just showed what lengths he would go to care for us. He's an amazing father to Riann and it is such a joy to watch him get excited about things as she grows. I can tell how much she loves him and enjoys spending time with him. Some days I wonder if she likes him more than me. Her eyes light up when she sees him and it's a blessing for me to know that she feels complete in his arms, just like I do. I know they have a very special bond and I'm so grateful for that. I know that as she grows up she will be able to trust him with her heart and that comforts me every single day. I can't wait to see what the future holds for all of us and I'm grateful to be here in this moment now. Every day is a blessing with my family and I'm so thankful to get to experience it. I love you guys sooo much!!!
On another note I would like to talk about my other fathers. First my step-dad. It's been amazing to see the changes in him since my littlest brother was born. He's a great father and it's also nice to see him grow each and every day. His testimony has been strengthened by the birth of my brother and his faith in the Lord and family can be seen in how he treats and cares for my mother. I know that some days are hard for them but they are really doing well and I'm grateful for them in my life.
My father-in-law has been in my life for quite a while now. At times it seems like I've known him longer than I've known Paul. He's always been a role model for me and other members of my family and I've learned so many different thing from him. He's an amazing father and I'm so grateful I get to watch him and learn from his actions. He loves his family so much and he truly takes care of them in every way he can. I've been so blessed to be a part of their family and I'm so grateful that I can go to them when I'm struggling with something. I've found that there have been times when I've just needed someone to talk to and it's a comfort to know that I can just pick up the phone and call when I need to. It's a blessing to be part of such an amazing family and I'm go grateful they've accepted me with their whole hearts. Paul is so much more like his dad than I'm sure he'd like to admit but it sets my mind at ease to know that he resembles the best qualities of my father-in-law. I know each and every day that they love me and I'm so grateful for all they've given me.
Lastly my father. I'm so grateful for all he's done for me. There have been times when I haven't been very appreciative of his kindness and struggle and there have been times when things have just been hard but I truly am grateful for the example he set for my life. He is a great man and is always trying to give his best in every situation. He has taught me many things and in many ways has molded who I am today. I take after him in so many ways and I'm grateful to have him in my life. I'm glad that I'm his daughter and I know I don't say it enough but I love him so much and can't thank him enough for all that he's done to provide me with the life I have.
I love all of the great men in my life and I'm so grateful that Riann gets to grow up with such wonderful grandfathers and such an amazing dad. The love her so much and it's a joy to see each of them fall in love with her!!!
Happy (late) Father's day!!!
On another note I would like to talk about my other fathers. First my step-dad. It's been amazing to see the changes in him since my littlest brother was born. He's a great father and it's also nice to see him grow each and every day. His testimony has been strengthened by the birth of my brother and his faith in the Lord and family can be seen in how he treats and cares for my mother. I know that some days are hard for them but they are really doing well and I'm grateful for them in my life.
My father-in-law has been in my life for quite a while now. At times it seems like I've known him longer than I've known Paul. He's always been a role model for me and other members of my family and I've learned so many different thing from him. He's an amazing father and I'm so grateful I get to watch him and learn from his actions. He loves his family so much and he truly takes care of them in every way he can. I've been so blessed to be a part of their family and I'm so grateful that I can go to them when I'm struggling with something. I've found that there have been times when I've just needed someone to talk to and it's a comfort to know that I can just pick up the phone and call when I need to. It's a blessing to be part of such an amazing family and I'm go grateful they've accepted me with their whole hearts. Paul is so much more like his dad than I'm sure he'd like to admit but it sets my mind at ease to know that he resembles the best qualities of my father-in-law. I know each and every day that they love me and I'm so grateful for all they've given me.
Lastly my father. I'm so grateful for all he's done for me. There have been times when I haven't been very appreciative of his kindness and struggle and there have been times when things have just been hard but I truly am grateful for the example he set for my life. He is a great man and is always trying to give his best in every situation. He has taught me many things and in many ways has molded who I am today. I take after him in so many ways and I'm grateful to have him in my life. I'm glad that I'm his daughter and I know I don't say it enough but I love him so much and can't thank him enough for all that he's done to provide me with the life I have.
I love all of the great men in my life and I'm so grateful that Riann gets to grow up with such wonderful grandfathers and such an amazing dad. The love her so much and it's a joy to see each of them fall in love with her!!!
Happy (late) Father's day!!!
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Just a quick update...
Sorry I haven't been posting much lately. This post isn't going to be much of one either. I've been kind of bummed lately because I haven't felt like many people are reading this stuff so I've been less motivated to update. I'll get better and stop feeling sorry for myself. I've got a few pictures I want to get up so I'll get working on that stuff.
I just wanted to write a quick note because I'm also using this space as a journal and I need to write this down before I forget how I felt when it happened...
Thursday I got my first laugh out of Riann. It was adorable!!! I was pretending to eat her cheeks and she was trying to eat mine so it was a little muffled so I wasn't even sure if it was a real laugh but I really think it was and I was so proud of her. It's been a while since we've seen her do something new and when this started I was really excited. I'm sure it was a laugh now because I was laying with my head "on" her stomach and was pretending to eat her stomach and she did it again!!! I love it. I was sooo incredibly proud of her and I don't know why but I think I can honestly say my heart was filled with joy. I think it's because for the first time I really new she was enjoying my company. I know when she smiles she's really happy but I don't know if she is really reacting to the moment. When she started laughing I really knew she was and it made me feel connected to her in a new way.
So far I haven't gotten her to do it again. It seems like the thing that gets her going the first time wont work again a second time so I'll just have to keep playing with her to see what I can get... This must be a part of her plan. She makes me so happy and I'm so grateful to really get an opportunity to understand this new level of excitement and joy. She is the pride of my life and I can't wait to see what she'll become!!!
I just wanted to write a quick note because I'm also using this space as a journal and I need to write this down before I forget how I felt when it happened...
Thursday I got my first laugh out of Riann. It was adorable!!! I was pretending to eat her cheeks and she was trying to eat mine so it was a little muffled so I wasn't even sure if it was a real laugh but I really think it was and I was so proud of her. It's been a while since we've seen her do something new and when this started I was really excited. I'm sure it was a laugh now because I was laying with my head "on" her stomach and was pretending to eat her stomach and she did it again!!! I love it. I was sooo incredibly proud of her and I don't know why but I think I can honestly say my heart was filled with joy. I think it's because for the first time I really new she was enjoying my company. I know when she smiles she's really happy but I don't know if she is really reacting to the moment. When she started laughing I really knew she was and it made me feel connected to her in a new way.
So far I haven't gotten her to do it again. It seems like the thing that gets her going the first time wont work again a second time so I'll just have to keep playing with her to see what I can get... This must be a part of her plan. She makes me so happy and I'm so grateful to really get an opportunity to understand this new level of excitement and joy. She is the pride of my life and I can't wait to see what she'll become!!!
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