My Family @ The Zoo

May 29, 2006 Here we are all together standing in front of the Zebras. Can you see the Zebra behind Daddy's head? I don't know if you can tell; but, I have a huge smile on my face. I enjoyed the Zoo; but, it was REALLY HOT!!! Mommy & Daddy promised to take me back when it was cooler and earlier in the day. ~ And NO Poppy Irvin, they didn't keep us at the ZOO!

Sittin' In The Polar Bear Cave

May 29, 2006 Here I am with my big cuz Brennan. We are sitting in a Polar Bear Cave. There were just too many cameras for us to know which one to look at. Mommy & Auntie Amber sure like to take pictures!!!

Pettin' The Gators

May 29, 2006 It's Memorial Day! Mommy and Daddy took me to the Zoo for the 1st time today. I wanted to pet everything; but, I couldn't get to anything! Auntie Amber, Uncle Josh, & big cuz Brennan went too. We had a really fun day. When we first got there I got to sit on the gator eggs and pet the baby gators that were hatching out ... I know they're not real; but, I liked it anyway!

My 1st Pony Ride

May 13, 2006 I got to ride my first pony at the Petting Zoo!! I didn't quite know what to think about it. Daddy walked beside me holding me on; but, the pony kept trying to step on Daddy. I had fun anyway!! I take after my Mommy & Daddy when it comes to loving animals!

Mommy, I got the goat by the horn!

May 13, 2006 Mommy and Daddy took me to the Petting Zoo! I LOVED IT!! We went w/ Nana Rita, Poppy Irvin, Antie Amber, Uncle Josh, & big cuz Brennan. I really liked this goat. I grabbed it by the horn so it wouldn't leave!

Rylie's Chair

May 21, 2006 Here I am in my white chair in front of a big tree ... my mommy likes trees! I love sitting in this chair. It makes me feel like such a big boy! I'm also a very happy boy ... can you tell??

Mommy & Rylie

May 21, 2006 Here I am with my Mommy. We walked down the trail at Cascade Falls. Here we are sitting on a bridge for Daddy to take our picture. I loved looking at the water ... it distracted me from the camera ... can you tell?

Family Photo

May 21, 2006 Here I am with my Mommy and Daddy sitting in the door way of an old cabin. Don't we make a nice looking family?

Rylie Sittin' In A Window

May 21, 2006 Here I am sitting in a window. Daddy's behind me holding me; but, you can't see him. Don't I look like a really big boy here?

Rylie's A Big Boy

May 21, 2006 We had family picture day today. We went up on the Parkway to Cascade Falls. Here I am sitting in the door way of an old cabin. I'm sitting here all by myself ... I'm getting so big! Mommy just loves showing me off.

Mother's Day 2006

May 14, 2006 This was Mommy's first Mother's Day w/ me outside of her belly. After Church we went to Jonesville to eat w/ the Blackburn side of the family. Here I am looking at Mommy's pretty flower. I like flowers ... and my Mommy.

Mommy & Rye

May 7, 2006 Today we went to my big cousin Brennan's 1st Birthday party! Can you believe I'll be a year old in 4 more months too?? Mommy says us babies are growing up way too fast! Here I am with my mommy making a face for the camera. Ain't I cute in my Elmo outfit? I like Elmo.

Daddy & Me Playing In The Tree

April 30, 2006 It started getting cool down at Tharpe's Mill; so, daddy put on my long pants and sleeves. Here we are playing w/ the leaves in the tree. I love to play w/ leaves. I'm gonna be an outdoors baby!

Rylie & Brennan on the Stairs

April 30, 2006 Here I am sitting w/ my big cousin Brennan on the stairs. I'm holding a flower I picked for mommy. Aren't we 2 of the most handsome little men you've ever seen!!

Water Spout

April 30, 2006 More From Tharpe's Mill. Here I am playing w/ a water spout off of a rock building. I'm not quite sure what to think about it.

Mommy & Rye In The Water

April 30, 2006 Here is me and mommy still at Tharpe's Mill. Mommy took me out into the middle of the water. She wouldn't let me put my feet in though because she said the water was too cool. I'm getting to be such a big boy. Soon I'll be bigger than mommy!!

Family Photo 2

April 30, 2006 Our family. Nana Rita took another family photo at Tharpe's Mill for us, this time on the stairs. Can you tell I was sleepy?? I refused to smile; but, at least I'm not crying! Don't we look nice together??

LOOK ... NO HANDS!!

April 28, 2006 Look at me ... I'm sittin' in the tree w/ no hands! I'm getting to be such a big boy. Daddy's still holding on just in case. Mommy thinks I'm getting a little too brave.

Family Photo

April 30, 2006 Nana Rita took a family photo of us at Tharpe's Mill today. We are sitting on a big rock w/ the falls behind us. It's really pretty here. It's one of mommy's favorite places.

Sittin' In The Grass

April 30, 2006 Mommy, Daddy, and I went to Tharpe's Mill today w/ my Nana Rita, Auntie Amber, and big cuz Brennan. I was sleepy; so, I didn't cooperate too well. Mommy was able to get a few shots though. Here I am sitting in the grass. I love to play in the grass.

Smelling the Azaleas

April 28, 2006 Hi everyone. Here I am in my back yard smelling of mommy's azalea bushes. Aren't they pretty? I like to play outside! I love grass and flowers and leaves and helicopters and anything else I can find to put in my mouth ... when mommy isn't watching and stopping me that is.

Fishing Buddies

April 2006 Here is Rylie in his "Fishing Buddies" Outfit that Poppy Irvin and Nana Rita bought for him at his baby shower. Doesn't he look cute! Just look at those big, bright blue eyes and huge smile! Chris and I are so blessed to have such a wonderful, happy baby boy! He is such a joy. God really answered our prayers 10 fold!! Rye also wants you to see his piggies. He really likes playing with his piggies. Does it show how proud his mommy and daddy are of him??

Rye & Piggy

March 22, 2006 This is my buddy Piggy! He sings "This little piggy went to market; this little piggy stayed home; etc..." His piggies light up and shake at me while he sings too. I can't help but to giggle. I LOVE PIGGY!

Meet My Buddy SpongeBob Squarepants

March 22, 2006 Meet my buddy SpongeBob Squarepants. He's as big as I am! He was my Easter Present from Nana Rita. I think I'll keep him forever!

Rylie & Kaedin

March 19, 2006 Rylie & Kaedin are growing up so quickly. They got to spend the day together Sunday. They love each other so much!

Kaedin & Rye

March 5, 2006 I had a big day today. My Granny Kay brought my big cousins Kaedin, Brooke, and Kimmy up to play with me. Here's a picture of me and Kaedin. Kaedin is 2 months older than me; and, he has a lot more hair! Aren't we just the cutest little fellas??

Poppy Irvin, Rylie, and Brennan

February 26, 2006 Poppy Irvin got to hold both the fat boys on his lap. Good thing for him that they were both being good at the same time. Look how proud Poppy Irvin is of his grandsons!

Nana Rita Has Her Hands Full!

February 26, 2006 Nana Rita has her hands full with her 3 grandsons! She says it isn't as easy as it looks to hold all 3 boys at once!

The Fat Boys Club

February 26, 2006 Trey is quickly growing and catching up to join "The Fat Boys Club" with his big cousins Rylie and Brennan. Can you tell how much they've grown and changed in just a month and a half? Brennan's slimming down since he began to crawl and get around; Rylie's still "Buddah Boy"; and, Trey isn't far behind them. We're very proud of our "Fat Boys"!

Our Little Men

January 8, 2006 Look at our little men! I think they were getting a little tired of posing for the camera ... can you tell? It was so hard to keep the secret that we had visited Tara, Tim, and Trey in Raleigh until after Poppy Irvin got his Birthday present. He was really surprised to get a big picture of all three boys, especially since he thought they hadn't all met each other yet.

"Rylie, Let's Talk About Brennan" ... Trey

January 8, 2006 This was so cute! It looked like little Trey was trying to tell Rylie a secret. Trey looks so little next to "Buddah Boy Rye".

The New Mommy Club

January 8, 2006 Meet "The New Mommy Club". Left to right ... Tammy & Rylie; Tara & Trey; and Amber & Brennan. We finally got to get the boys together for the first time to make a special Birthday present for Poppy Irvin. Can you believe all 3 of us had boys within 6 months of each other? God surely blessed our family 3 fold. Nana Rita and Poppy Irvin are gonna have a time spoiling all 3 boys!

Me and My Rocking Horse

March 2, 2006 My Nana Rita and Poppy Irvin got me a rocking horse for Christmas. I'm sitting up really good all by myself; so, I get to ride my horsey now! I like him! His head moves, his tail wags, and he makes noises. See my big smile! I'm having so much fun! Daddy still has to help me a little; but, I'm sure I won't need his help for much longer. I'm growing up SO FAST!! Mommy's afraid to blink her eyes!

"I Got It!!"

February 24, 2006 I got the ball all by myself!! Look how good I can sit up all by myself too!! I'm only 5 1/2 months old now!! I know ... I'm a big boy!! It's so much easier to grab the toys sitting up. I Love my new play wall!!

Lookin' At The Ball On Play Wall

February 24, 2006 I'm seeing the ball on my play wall for the first time. Can I hold myself up with one hand and grab the ball with the other?? Hmmm, let's see.

My Gymtastics Play Wall!!

February 24, 2006 Here I am playing with my monkey wheel on my new play wall. When I turn the wheel it plays music; and, it has lights on top that light up. I figured that out really quick ... within minutes! I can reach out and turn it all by myself too!! Ain't I a smart little devil??

Peeking Out From My New Toy!

February 24, 2006 Mommy and Daddy got me a new toy tonight at Walmart! It's a Fisher Price Gymtastic Play Wall. I love it! I can't crawl yet; so, mommy pushes me through the toys. Maybe this will encourage me to crawl faster! I'm already trying. It also has a monkey wheel that I am really good at turning. It plays music and lights up when I turn the wheel. I catch on quick!

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Fan

February 24, 2006 My Granny Kay got me this Dale Earnhardt, Jr. shirt before I was born. I finally got it out to wear last night. I had a red pair of pants and a little red hat that matched. Ain't I cute?? I'm watching daddy put together my new toy!

The "Rye View Mirror"

February 24, 2006 I'm checking myself out in the "Rye View Mirror". My bouncie toy has a little mirror on it. It adjusts just like mommy's rear view mirror in the car. Only, this mirror is the "Rye View Mirror" because I use it to view Rye! I can't ignore the beautiful baby in the mirror!!

Pick Me Up

February 23, 2006 This is my "pick me up" sign. I'm growing up so fast. I've learned that if I do this to mommy or daddy they can't resist picking me up and hugging me. My favorite time to do this is when I want out of the stroller or buggy. Daddy falls for it everytime ... sucker!! How could anyone resist this little face???

SHARING

Februaury 23, 2006 This is me and big cousin Bennan sharing my elephant mirror. Mommy is trying to teach us to share. Aren't we being good little boys today??

Me & Kitty

February 19, 2006 Here I am with my kitty I got for Christmas. We're trying to blow mommy a kiss. I really like kitty. He roars at me and has the same color hair as mommy! I practice pulling kitty's hair when mommy pulls her hair back out of my reach. Kitty's my buddy, as long as he understands I don't share the Moo Juice!! Ain't we cute!!

NO, Don't Count Yet!!

February 22, 2006 Here is my big cuz Brennan holding me down. "Help Daddy! Don't just sit there! Help Rye Rye!" One of theses days I'll catch up with Brennan and get him!

Daddy, Protect Me!!

February 22, 2006 Big Cousin Brennan came back to stay w/ us today. Here we are playing in the floor. Daddy is playing referee. So far Brennan has bitten me and scratched my eye. I decided to hold onto daddy's leg for protection today.

Hugging My Monkey

February 21, 2006 Here I am hugging my red monkey that Menaw and Pap Love got me for Valentine's Day. I'm trying to teach him to roll over w/ me!

In The Tubby

February 18, 2006 I was still trying to ignore mommy in the tubby; but, she rolled me over and took my picture anyway! She's gone crazy with that new camera ... somebody help me!!!

My 1st Tummy Time Tubby!!

February 18, 2006 This was my first tubby on my tummy! I'm getting so good at tummy time and holding myself up that mommy decided to let me take a tubby on my tummy. I loved it!!! I played w/ my toys and ignored mommy while she took pictures and video taped the event! Look at my beautiful big blue eyes!!

Swinging With Mommy

February 17, 2006 Here I am swinging on my mommy's lap at the lake. Daddy likes mommy's new camera too! We didn't get to stay too long today because it was getting cool. It was 70 degrees today ... tomorrow it's supposed to snow!!

Rye Swinging

February 17, 2006 This is a picture of me on the swing at the lake. Mommy's holding me on by myself for daddy to take a picture. She was swinging me on her lap. I like to swing!!

Reading The Newspaper

February 17, 2006 Here I am reading today's newspaper. Mommy left it in the floor; so, I rolled over to it to look at the pictures and see how it tasted. I got mad when daddy took away the Kohl's sales book! They don't let me have any fun!!