Home At Last

We were finally able to bring Ryan home yesterday! Talk about the longest two weeks that Shaun and I have ever had to face. As happy as we were leaving the NICU though- it was almost bittersweet. As we sat there through Ryan's feedings and such- we got to know several of the other couples that were in there with their own babies and the problems that they were facing. Sometimes Ryan's breathing problems paled in comparison. I almost felt guilty leaving (but not enough to stay)- I wish there was a better way to stay in touch so that we know what happens to them. We got Ryan all tucked into his carseat and took a picture of his empty bed to prove that we actually got to leave. I almost feel like I have been sleepwalking and I really can't remember a lot of what has gone on- so I'm glad for the blog and the pictures we have been taking.

It sure is nice to be home (sort of- we're hanging out at Grandma Janet's for a few more days- but that's like home right?). I was a little worried about his first night home (but what mom with a brand new baby isn't a little apprehensive about the first night?)- but his temperment is something else. I have never met such a patient baby. Ryan will kind of make a few noises to let you know that he is awake- and then he just sits there with his eyes open and waits for you to get everything ready for him. It's unreal. I know that the words "sweet spirit" get a bad rap- but I think Ryan really is sweet. Ty was just excited to finally get a chance to hold his "baby Ryan."

Ty continues to enjoy the summer and playing with Grandma and Grandpa. He got to go on another motorcycle ride this afternoon with Grandpa and one of the neighbors gave him a popsicle- he was such a mess. Grandpa gave him the hose to help him wash off and it was so cute watching him. I snapped a few pictures and I feel like it captures the essence of summer- sticky popsicles, dirty faces and stained t-shirts.