He's growing up:)

I've had some computer issues and haven't wanted to upload pictures just in case...so I'm finally getting some updates.

Last week or so while the weather was still warm (too cold for us but just right for kids), Ryan asked if he could practice jumping off the boat and swimming. Of course! He's just getting so brave.

On Friday, Ryan accompanied Tyler to his 2 year appointment and was surprised to learn that he too would be getting a shot...a flu shot. He ran around the office begging the nurse to give it to his brother first! Jim is still chuckling over the nurse who lifted Ryan up like a sack of potatoes and administered the shot before he could refuse again. (Tyler screamed liked nobody's business when he received 3 shots....ouch! All was forgotten after a night of dedicated video gaming between the family.)

This past weekend he had a sleepover with Jakob and Hailee and proclaimed the next day that he wasn't even scared. "I was so brave," he testified. For mom, dad, and Tyler...it was a strange Sunday morning waking up without our guy.

Jim confessed that he felt both "a little empty" and proud as Ryan played with some kids across the way and never even asked us to be by his side.

Last night he was the last to come up to bed and turned off all the lights and TV before settling in.

These are all sure signs that our little guy is growing up. What sweet memories we have.