Another First

Sophie had her first taste of solid food today! She wasn't sure about it at first, but ended up eating most of what we made for her.

One of the things that I have loved about having a baby now is that every milestone becomes a family affair. It was like this with Ryan, too, although maybe not to the same extent. It's fun to watch everyone cheer Sophie on when she is trying something new. Anna helped me make the cereal; Emma took some pictures; Ryan got a spoon and helped feed Sophie; Tyler watched intently as she took her first hesitant bites. Everyone is very involved with everything Sophie does.

One of the things that I kind-of miss is quiet moments with my baby. I always have someone to help me do everything for Sophie. Maybe that's why I don't mind sleeping with her right now. It's my time alone with just Sophie. With Emma, Tyler and even Anna, I had time every day with just the baby. I've had to get more creative to find one-on-one time. Don't get me wrong, I love the time I spend with everyone. I love when all of them are gathered on or around me to make Sophie laugh, or to do school together, or whatever. But I also love getting my one-on-one time.

Last night I got to have some alone time with Ryan. During church he fell off the bench 3 times. So, in our private conversation, I asked him what was wrong. He looked very thoughtful and replied, "Heavenly Father sit on the bench with me." I'm not sure if it was an answer to the question, or if he was feeling something profound. Josh irreverently joked that He didn't leave enough room for Ryan, which is why he kept falling. We might never know.