Ryland finally made it home this afternoon. I could not wait to see him and give him hugs and kisses. John Chris came home a little early so he could spend some time with him also. We missed him so much!
Absolutely beautiful! John Chris and I made our fourth annual trip to Anguilla. We stayed on Shoal Beach East again, and it was amazing. The beach was perfect and the water was clear and cool.
John Chris and I walked the beach a few times each day.
We were on one of our walks, and I thought about writing a little message to Ryland. John Chris and I jotted a note to our little man.
We spent a day on a nearby uninhabited island called Prickly Pear. It was a 20 minute boat ride to the island paradise. The only building on the island was a restaurant and bar. We had lunch and drinks and then relaxed a while. Prickly Pear is known for awesome reefs right off the coast, so we decided to go snorkeling that afternoon. It was like swimming in an aquarium. We saw tons of colorful fish and a large starfish.
If John Chris and I ever have a billion dollars, this is where we will be. Our dream paradise in the making.
Paradise.
John Chris and I are about to have our 3rd wedding anniversary, and this is the spot we got married. 
John Chris snapped this shot from our balcony with his new camera. We were having a little rain storm, so we were sitting on the balcony. We had been watching this dove for a couple of days, and he just snapped this shot at the perfect time.
One of my favorite things to do while relaxing in Anguilla is reading. I never seem to have the time at home, so I enjoyed reading a little. This year is was "My Sister's Keeper" and "Sundays at Tiffany's".
We cuddled for a long time this morning before we got out of bed to start our day. Ryland was in such a great mood, and he was making silly faces. We are really going to miss him next week. 
The Huffts were kind enough to loan us this cool new toy. The Baby Einstein toy is sure to entertain Ryland for months to come. He tested it as soon as we got home, and he seemed to like it. He is still a little young, and he doesn't know how to play with all the toys yet. I think he likes the bright colors and the noises.
Ooooo. What is this?
It was so nice to sleep in this Friday morning. John Chris and I were off work and spent the morning playing with Ryland and Cooper. We laughed, giggled, and made funny faces for hours. Great family fun!
We went to Southlake Town Square for the annual July 4th fireworks. We found a great spot for watching, but Ryland was passed out. We took a couple of pictures for him. 
Nana came to visit for the weekend, so I could help Jeff and Janie at market. I know my mom really loves spending time with Ryland, and I think he enjoys every moment. It is cool to see them together. She spoils him rotten.
Jeff and Janie were back in town for the show at Dallas Market Hall. This is the first show that I helped with since Ryland has been born, and it was a little tricky at set up. I brought his play mat and some toys for him to play with. He did pretty darn great for a few hours. I put out necklaces, bracelets, and rings while Ryland just hung out. He eventually took a little nap after flirting with all the chicks.
We love the new camera! It is a ton of fun to snap shots of him in deep thought and right before he loses his cool.
Daddy's first father's day! We all had a great day, and we surprised John Chris with the new camera he wanted. He was so happy!
Ryland loves Daddy!
Cooper loves Daddy!
Ryland met his great grandmother Bobby, great grandpa Boots, several uncles, aunts, and cousins this weekend. We had a great visit with family, and they all were able to love on Ry Ry.
Ryland had some photos taken today, and he really "worked it". We had a ton of fun posing him and trying to make him smile. Once we got him going, he started acting like a model. The pictures turned out cute, and they made great father's day gifts. We can't wait to go again!
We spent the afternoon in the pool. The boys looked too cool in their shades.
That evening we went to the Blues Festival in the village. Ryland loved the music, and he was very chill. Maybe he will be a musician? 
The boys jammed out. They danced all evening.
Ryland had some "sitting" time in his Bumbo today. He likes to chill and watch me work at the desk. I think he looks so funny in the chair, because it seems like his neck disappears. Too cute! 
Ryland finally locked his eyes on the animals in the water pouch on the tummy surfboard. He watched the yellow fish for a while today, and he just giggled and squealed! 
