Baptism and Graduation

Brynn's baptism went well. It didn't last too long, and we headed off to my parents house for a little get together. It was so nice to have the sun out finally. We had pulled beef, a bunch of salads, fruit, veggies, and a yummy chocolate cake from Byerly's.

Brynn got some fabulous gifts from relatives. Necklaces, outfits, money, but my favorite would have to be a bonnet my sister gave her. Shannon got the same gift at her baptism from my Aunt Monica and Uncle Larry (her godparents). It is an Irish tradition... the baby wears the bonnet at her baptism, and then it becomes a hanky to use for her wedding. Shannon just found out about it as she and my mom have been getting ready for her wedding... so what a perfect gift for her to get Brynn as her godmother. It made me tear up :) And even more so thinking about her getting married. So crazy to think of that.

Here she is in her bonnet with Grandma :)

Monday morning Dan had his graduation ceremony. Brynn slept through the entire thing. It was a nice ceremony... and I was really glad Brynn was content so I was able to watch it.

This week Brynn's sleep pattern has changed. I know I have been so spoiled so I shouldn't complain... but after being so spoiled it is hard :) Brynn has been needing to nurse in order for her to calm down and go to sleep. She has never been like this. She was able to self soothe herself and just be put into her crib and fall asleep on her own. After talking to some people about it, I am thinking it has something to do with her being so much more alert and aware of her surroundings. It is harder for her to calm down and relax, because she is so overstimulated since she is so curious about her surroundings. I am hoping it is a phase... but we shall see.

Dan is fishing this weekend...and I have Shannon's Bachelorette Party. Another night of being away from Brynn, and me worrying about her not eating. Now with this whole needing to nurse thing in order for her to fall asleep, I will have that on my mind as well. I am sure it will be fine. My mom has a lot of experience :)