July 2008: Outside Fun

One thing that Ryan and Mommy love to do while Daddy is at work is go to the park. At least once a week we meet some of our friends from the mom's group at a local park. We mix things up by going to a different park each week. Ryan is becoming more and more independent at the park. He can climb up some of the equipment on his own and recently discovered that he loves running and jumping on bridges. His favorite park toy is still the swing!

July 2008: Kayli's Birthday Party

July 12th we went Kayli's 2nd birthday party. Kayli is a little girl that lives up the street from us. Her grandparents were very kind to host Kayli's party at their house. We got to play in their big backyard and see their 3 horses. In the backyard they had set up a kiddie pool, a water table, a trampoline, a swingset and a bouncyhouse. Kayli's uncle surprised everyone by showing up dressed as Elmo. The young kids had a great time singing songs and running around with Elmo. Ryan was very excited, but did not want to get too close or let go of Mommy or Daddy.

July 2008: Pink Flamingo Party

July 12th we went to the 19th annual Pink Flamingo Party. Our family friends Tim and Carole Benson along with their two kids throw an annual BBQ. The picnic area is decorated with tons of pink flamingos, great food is served and tons of fun is had by all. Ryan found the hula hoops particularly fun this year.

July 2008: Gymboree Playdate

July 10th Ryan and Mommy went to Gymboree with our friends from the mom's group for open gym play. Gymboree is a safe place for kids to climb and explore different gym equipment. Ryan had such a good time, climbing, running, sliding and even playing basketball. We can't wait to go back and have more fun!