Bryson & Uncle Garrett at the cabin in Tennessee
Friday, February 13, 2009
One year Gotcha Day
Last Sunday was our one year Gotcha Day. One year ago, we walked out of baby home #3 in Novosibirsk, Russia with Bryson in our arms. That day changed all of our lives forever. This past year has been the most amazing year for my family. Bryson has changed and grown so much before our eyes. I remember that he was a quiet and reserved little baby during both of our trips. Now he has blossomed into a wild little boy with lots of spunk and personality. He truly is the joy of our lives and I never thought it was possible to love someone as much as I love him. There are still days that I wake up and can't believe I am mommy, Bryson's mommy. He has adjusted well and fits right in with our busy lifestyles. He loves to have fun and be on the go, only taking breaks for snacks and naps. We have decided that every year on his Gotcha Day, we will give him a nesting doll. This years nesting doll was Thomas the train. Since we were at the cabin on Sunday, Cameron helped me bake Bryson a cake. It was yummy!
We got home late last night. Bryson was doing so well in the car, we decided to drive straight home. We had a great time on our trip despite the fact the weather was warmer than we anticipated. As always, it was so much fun to see our dear friends Bo, Cameron and Sabrina. We missed them terribly when they left. My brother Garrett, my cousin Cherice and our friend Aaron were also there with us, We went horseback riding around the mountains on Sunday and I am proud to say Bryson stayed on the horse with me for the whole hour even though our horse kept riding the edge. We also went to a mirror maze, aquarium, many candy stores and the Apple Barn. On Monday, we went up to Ober Gatlinburg to snowboard. Bryson enjoyed wearing the ski boots and playing in the snow for a short time while I went snowboarding. Daddy also put Bryson in ski's and pushed him around, then it was time to switch so Shane could snowboard. I also attempted to take him snow tubing, but he didn't like it very much. Sabrina on the other hand, loved it! It was cute to see how much the kids have changed from our trip last July to Savannah. This trip they interacted and played with each other. Though watch out because when those two are together, they are trouble makers!
We got home late last night. Bryson was doing so well in the car, we decided to drive straight home. We had a great time on our trip despite the fact the weather was warmer than we anticipated. As always, it was so much fun to see our dear friends Bo, Cameron and Sabrina. We missed them terribly when they left. My brother Garrett, my cousin Cherice and our friend Aaron were also there with us, We went horseback riding around the mountains on Sunday and I am proud to say Bryson stayed on the horse with me for the whole hour even though our horse kept riding the edge. We also went to a mirror maze, aquarium, many candy stores and the Apple Barn. On Monday, we went up to Ober Gatlinburg to snowboard. Bryson enjoyed wearing the ski boots and playing in the snow for a short time while I went snowboarding. Daddy also put Bryson in ski's and pushed him around, then it was time to switch so Shane could snowboard. I also attempted to take him snow tubing, but he didn't like it very much. Sabrina on the other hand, loved it! It was cute to see how much the kids have changed from our trip last July to Savannah. This trip they interacted and played with each other. Though watch out because when those two are together, they are trouble makers!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
One year Family Day
One year ago today we walked into a court room in Novosibirsk, Russia and the judge announced us parents of Bryson Aleksandr. Hard to believe that in just a couple of days, we will be celebrating our first "Gotcha Day."
I can't wait for Friday because we are headed up to Gatlinburg, Tennessee for a week. I'm in need of this vacation. I'm also so excited because our very good friends Bo, Cameron and Sabrina will be joining us there.
I can't wait for Friday because we are headed up to Gatlinburg, Tennessee for a week. I'm in need of this vacation. I'm also so excited because our very good friends Bo, Cameron and Sabrina will be joining us there.
Friday, January 30, 2009
Friday, January 23, 2009
Thursday, January 22, 2009
My wild child...literally
I start to create so many posts in my head, but can't seem to find the time to type them on here before I forget them. Yes, I have a mommy brain.
At home, Bryson is attached to the hip. There is not much I can do without him wanting me to carry him or him walking on my heels. I can't even go to the bathroom without him coming in with me. Outside of the house (for the most part) is another story. If we are somewhere (Chuck E Cheese, park, mall), I can't get B to stay with me or walk with me. He is usually off running and not looking behind. I know eventually he will look for us, but it's gets frustrating when I see other kids behaving and staying near their parents while my child continues to get farther away as I'm yelling his name. I'm the mother who has to stay right behind their child at all times with fear that if I didn't, he would walk right out the door and not think twice about it. It makes conversing difficult on playdates. How do you do it? How do you get your child to stay close by?
At home, Bryson is attached to the hip. There is not much I can do without him wanting me to carry him or him walking on my heels. I can't even go to the bathroom without him coming in with me. Outside of the house (for the most part) is another story. If we are somewhere (Chuck E Cheese, park, mall), I can't get B to stay with me or walk with me. He is usually off running and not looking behind. I know eventually he will look for us, but it's gets frustrating when I see other kids behaving and staying near their parents while my child continues to get farther away as I'm yelling his name. I'm the mother who has to stay right behind their child at all times with fear that if I didn't, he would walk right out the door and not think twice about it. It makes conversing difficult on playdates. How do you do it? How do you get your child to stay close by?
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