April 18, 2012

We just got back from the doctor and everything is perfect with Ryan.  He's actually too perfect as he is off the charts in height and weight.  He is now 17 and a half pounds and 26 inches long.  Such a little beef cake.  The doctor said that he's the size of a small 6 month old.  People back home aren't going to even recognize him because he's changed so much, but only in the greatest way.  He's so much fun.  Last night, he slept from 10:30ish to 6.  We are pretty sure he's going through a growth spurt, or as Tyler pointed out, he hasn't really stopped spurting.

I can't believe we are coming home in 2 weeks.  It's unreal how quickly these last 2 months have gone.  I can't believe how fast time goes now that Ryan is here.  Last night, Tyler got home from work at 6ish so I started dinner then too.  We had soup and tomato sandwiches so it was quick and easy.  Tyler had to study too and was called into work at some point.  I got to spend the whole evening with Ryan.  I got so many laughs and giggles that Tyler came out of our room where he was studying and asked us to keep it quiet.  I didn't think we were that loud but I'm also still sick so I guess I can't hear that well.  I lost my voice a few days ago and Tyler has been saying there is a donkey herd in my throat because I sounded like a donkey, or a goose.  I feel like Ryan has been laughing at me because I squeak when I talk and I can't sing any more.

It's been really cloudy and gloomy the last few days.  I haven't been able to get outside for some walks and that makes me sad.  I love walking with Ryan and being stuck inside has been tough.  It's not a huge deal but it would be nice to do something other then be inside.

Tyler will be studying tonight and every night until Sunday.  I know he's really looking forward to being done with those books.  I'm jealous of those books because it seems like they get more time with Tyler than Ryan and I do.  But he's working really hard and I'm so proud of his commitment to doing well.  He deserves a long long break.

Sonja