Ryan, Mollie and Family

Dylan Plays his Guitar

2012-01-18T19:31:00.000-08:00

Dylan's sings I'm Bringing Home a Baby Bumble Bee.

Dylan has been very interested in guitars lately and has been pretending anything and everything is his guitar so I made him a "real" guitar out of cardboard. Sorry the audio is so quiet:(

Rylie Talks to Mommy

2012-01-03T17:28:00.000-08:00

Here is a little video of Rylie talking to Mollie at 2 Months old.

long overdue update!

2011-12-21T19:03:00.000-08:00

Our last blog entry was (yikes!) in November and we (I mean, RYAN) didn't mention the newest member of our family: Rylie Rose.

Rylie arrived early in the morning on Oct 29th which was also Dylan's second birthday!

I started having contractions just before midnight while Ryan and Joel were enjoying beers in our newly finished (yay!) basement. Ryan happened to mention to Joel that he hoped I wouldn't go into labor that night and knocked on a fake wooden end-table. I guess that was a mistake...Anyway, Grandma Rosie got a phone call around 12:30 to please hurry and come over to take care of D while we went to the hospital. I swear it took her forever to get here! I later found out the new construction in Sartell had confused her in the middle of the night and she missed the turn into our neighborhood. We arrived at the hospital at 1:30 and Rylie arrived at 2:55 am after a fast and furious delivery (I'm glad that's over with).

Celebrating D's 2nd bday

The cake was courtesy of Papa Barney and it was delicious! No, he didn't bake it but he did buy it and brought along some yummy ice cream to go with it. Note D's shirt says, "Big brother in charge!"

Dylan at park

2011-11-12T14:00:00.001-08:00

Here is a little video of Dylan at the park.

Fall pictures

2011-10-06T19:17:00.000-07:00

Last weekend we went to the pumpkin patch and Dylan met his cousins for a quick photo.

Dylan Plays the Harmonica

2011-07-11T22:50:00.000-07:00

We were visiting Papa Bob and Grandma Trixie a couple weeks ago and Papa bob taught Dylan how to play the harmonica. Here is Dylan's first concert with the help of Grandpa Bob. The concert was in celebration of my uncle Tom, aunt Kelly and my cousin Kirby coming to town.

Summer Fun

2011-06-13T19:05:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures of Dylan having fun this summer.

Dylan riding the horse at the park by our house!

Notice Dylan's lack of hair. He got a hair cut Monday night!

D loves the slides!

Aunt Nikki took Dylan for a carousel ride at Como park over the weekend!

Dylan Learns to jump!

2011-05-07T19:19:00.000-07:00

Here is a little video I shot yesterday. The neighbor taught Dylan to Jump off the bottom step. He tries so hard but still has not mastered the landing. In the third clip I told Dylan to jump REALLY high. He does not understand the difference between "Hi" and "high".

Enjoy.

2011-02-26T08:22:00.000-08:00

Here is a little video of Dylan in the snow. He loves to eat the snow but hates to shovel.

2011-01-31T19:00:00.000-08:00

OK so it has been a while since our last post but here is a cool video I shot today. Mollie picked up a new toy for our son. She knew he would love it since they have a singing and dancing dog at his daycare.

Dylan's B-Day Movie

2010-11-06T18:47:00.000-07:00

Here is a little movie I made to remember Dylan's 1st B-day.

Dylan's 1st Birthday

2010-11-04T18:07:00.000-07:00

Last weekend we had Dylan's first Birthday Party. Dylan wants to thank everyone for the great gifts!!! Here are a couple pics from the party.

Lil' Red Crystal, Dr. Rosie and Princes Mollie
Nikki "Gilligan", and Dave "the skipper"
Ryan (Hans Solo), Mollie (Princess leia), and Dylan (the Ewok)

The Video

2010-09-29T20:18:00.000-07:00

Here is the first video from our wedding weekend. I hope you enjoy the music from the actual ceremony.

Thanks to Everyone for making this the best weekend of our lives.

Random Summer photos

2010-09-01T20:11:00.001-07:00

Here are a couple random photos from this summer.

Trixie, Mollie, Dylan, Nikki after a bike ride around Sartell.

Dylan having fun in the sun!!!!

Mollie and Dylan admiring Mollie's giant thistle (aka: Cynara cardunculus). Mollie informed me you can eat these.

Ryan mowing the lawn after dark with MTN bike lights.

What's New in Dylan's World

2010-08-17T20:06:00.000-07:00

It has been a while since we updated everyone so here is a top ten list of new things in Dylan's world.

10. Mac and cheese - He loves it

9. The new computer desk - who knew a child would find a power strip so fascinating?

8. Boat rides - Mollies Uncle rick took us for a ride and let Dylan drive

7. spinning - he enjoys taking rides on the desk chair.

6. Swing - we hung a swing from a tree in the garden

5. His toy mower - he can walk around the living room!!!

4. Sophie - he loves the cat but she does not love him.

3. NO HELMET - He NEVER has to wear it again!!!!

2. Swimming - he survived the hot days swimming in Uncle Ben's pool

1. Stairs - he can go up but down is still challenging

Dylan's First Video

2010-07-20T19:46:00.000-07:00

Week Off

2010-07-11T12:33:00.000-07:00

Mollie and I took a week off of work to enjoy the 4th of July, get some things done around the house and take a little summer vacation to the wonderful town of Breckenridge, Co.

Over the fourth we made it to my old neighborhood to visit with friends but Dylan did not make it to the fireworks so we missed the St. Cloud fireworks show. the next morning we road the wobegon trail to Albany with Justin and Tara for a wonderful breakfast at the hilltop.

On Wednesday morning Mollie and I flew to Co. to finish up some wedding planning and take a little vacation. Aunt Nikki, Grandma Trixie and Grandpa Bob all helped us out by watching Dylan. I am not sure who had more fun Dylan or aunt Nikki.

We ended the wonderful weekend celebrating Mollie's Birthday at Mollie's uncle Ricks cabin on Saturday and eating crab legs with Rosie and Barnie on Sunday.

Nikki and Dylan

Ryan and Mollie at 12,000 ft. - Lower Mohawk Lake

Dylan's Helmet

2010-06-08T19:56:00.000-07:00

We took Dylan in for another visit to the plastic surgeon and he would like to see another month or two of Dylan in the helmet. I guess the Dr. wants the perfectly round head. Oh well, it does not seem to phase him one bit (see picture from daycare below). Mollie and I are sort of glad he is wearing it because he is rolling across the floor and learning to crawl, there have been many head bumps so far in the learning process.

Dlyan at daycare June 2010.

Mothers Day

2010-05-09T17:35:00.000-07:00

We had a great weekend. We met some friends in the little town of Sobieski, MN and had dinner and beers at a Herbies. It was a fun night.

Saturday we slept in!!! Dylan decided not to get up at his usual 645 am so we took advantage of a couple extra hours of sleep. Mollie went to the play "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" with her girlfriends and then out for dinner and dessert. She said they had a great time.

Sunday started with a brunch at the Blue Heron with Mollie's family for Mothers Day. Then we bought a tree for our yard. It is a Lilac tree. Dylan had a grand time at Huls Nursery riding on the wagon with Mollie's new sand cherry bush.

We have two robin nests in our yard, one in the front tree and one under the deck. I was able to snap a photo through the deck boards without getting attacked by mama robin. The nest in the front still has eggs and, if you can make them out, the one under the deck has three baby robins. HAPPY MOTHERS DAY, Mrs. Robin!

Sweet potatoes, Jumping and Yard Work

2010-04-29T20:36:00.001-07:00

On Sunday Mollie, Dylan and I did some much needed yard work before enjoying dinner with her parents.

We also went to visit some friends that are getting ready for a garage sale and they let us borrow a new toy for Dylan. The Jumperoo is by far D's favorite toy.

On Wednesday night D had his first taste of sweet potatoes and he loved them!!!! Since then he also tried carrots and loved them too.

Earth Day Half Marathon

2010-04-19T19:49:00.000-07:00

This weekend we ran the earthday half marathon. Mollie ran the relay with her friend Jill. They finished in 1:57:54 and I finished in 1:57:49. They crossed the finish line 5 seconds after me!!!!

Thanks to Mom, Dad, Nikki and Dave for the support and watching the race with Dylan.

Post race with Ryan, Dylan and Mollie

Dylan cheering on all the HOP runers!!!!

Easter Weekend

2010-04-05T16:38:00.000-07:00

We had a great Easter weekend. On Saturday Mollie, Dylan, Joel and I went for a jog around Sartell. Mollie and Dylan finished a good 5 miles and Joel and I went on for 3 more. After the run I picked up Dylan's grandpa Barney and we worked in our yard for the remainder of the day. It feels good to get the yard and flower gardens ready for the spring growth. On Easter the Easter bunny came and delivered a giant chocolate bunny. I think Mollie has her eye on it since D isn't quite ready for chocolate yet. After church we enjoyed the rest of the day at Dylan's uncle Ben and aunt Crystal's. We washed the Honda and put ads on Car Soup and Craig's list hoping it will sell soon.

Last week Dylan started eating Rice cereal and he really seems to like it between screams for a bottle.

Ready for a cool Saturday run.

What did the Easter Bunny bring?

Where's the beef?

Dylan's Helmet

2010-03-22T18:40:00.001-07:00

Sorry for the lack of posts. We have been so busy over the last three weeks the time has flown by. Mollie and her girlfriends took a trip to Colorado for a girls weekend the first week in March. Then it was my turn to head west to Keystone, Colorado to snowboard in the Rockies. The day I left Dylan came down a slight ear infection and the doctor put him on some antibiotics. But the fun does not stop there. Last Wednesday Dylan got his helmet!!! This is no ordinary helmet but one that will help correct the flat spot on his head. It was made specifically for him. They had to mold his head using plaster so the helmet fits him perfectly.

Denielle, Missy, Mollie, Jill

Colin, Alan and Ryan

Dyan during the plaster casting.

Dylan with his new helmet.

Under the weather

2010-02-21T17:47:00.000-08:00

This weekend Mollie and I decided to stay around the house. I tried my hand at a pasta dinner on Friday night. We had Gnocchi, a potato pasta with a mushroom sauce. Mollie and I both thought it turned out pretty well. On Saturday I got in a 7 mile run, Mollie and Rosie went to a gardening seminar and Dylan hung out with a new babysitter (Kayla). Saturday night we had dinner with some friends and enjoyed a hockey game.

Sunday morning when Dylan woke up his eyes were stuck shut with "eye boogers". YES he has conjunctivitis otherwise known as pink eye. We took him to the doctor and we got some drops that he really hates, and hopefully it will be cleared up by tomorrow.

Dylan getting his temp taken at the Doctor 2-21-2010

Dylan Cheers on the Vikings

2010-01-21T19:35:00.000-08:00

This last weekend Joel and Sabrina came over to watch the Vikes with Dylan and me. While the boys cheered on the Vikes Sabrina had fun with Dylan's new toy:)

Dylan and Joel

Dylan: Pre-Game

Sabrina playing

Trip to the North Shore

2010-01-11T20:19:00.001-08:00

The Newman family went to the North Shore this weekend. Grandma Trixie and Grandpa Bob watched Dylan while Nikki, Mollie, Dave and Ryan skied and snowboarded at Lutsen. The skiing was good even thought the temp was slightly above 0. Nikki tried to master snowboarding while Dave had fun with his short skiis. Mollie skied and had a couple wipe outs, she is fine - no broken bones or bruises. Our condo at Bluefin Bay was right on the water so we could listen to waves crash all night and enjoy a beautiful sunrise each morning. We took full advantage of the hot tub afte skiing and one night we hit the ice rink where Nikki showed off her goalie skills. We had great food and Ryan was the Tripoley winner (it's a card game). It ranks as one of the top Newman vacations!!!
See more pics at www.ryanandmollie.photoshop.com

Ryan and Mollie

Sunrise on the Lake Superior

Nikki as our Goalie

Mollie after a hard day of skiing

Pictures of Dylan

2010-01-06T20:29:00.000-08:00

Mollie has been home and spending time with Dylan on her maternity leave and each day she sends me a new picture while I slave away at the office. Here are some of the pictures Molllie has sent me.

Happy Dylan

Dreaming of beating the Russians (RockyIV) and Mr. T (Rocky III)

Waving goodbye!!

Christmas Weekend

2009-12-29T15:44:00.000-08:00

We had a wonderful Christmas with our families this year. On Thursday night (Christmas eve) we spent the evening with Mollie's family. It was so much fun to watch Kyrsten and Jenna rip open gifts complete with a Tank for Jenna and pink radio for Kyrsten. On Friday (Christmas) we had a wonderful lunch at Mollie's uncle Rick's house with more of the family and then hit the road to Eagan to spend time with Ryan's family. Of course we came home with more than we took which included homemade salsa, marmalade, soup, and pickles. Nikki has enough photo artwork to start a "Bob Newman" original gallery.

Dylan in his much too big x-mas sleep sac.

What a wonderful time with the Family!!!

Merry Christmas

2009-12-15T20:05:00.000-08:00

Merry Christams from Ryan, Mollie and Dylan.

Christmas Tree

2009-12-07T20:13:00.000-08:00

On Saturday we went to pick out a christmas tree at Hinkmeyer Farms. We started the trek slightly after 4 pm and when we found the tree farm it was too dark to cut down our own tree so we picked the best pre-cut tree on the farm. Mollie was the master decorator and tonight our house is blessed with a lovely christmas tree. I guess christmas is really here.

Ryan, Mollie and Dylan pose with Frosty at the tree farm

Our christmas tree!

2009-11-22T13:41:00.000-08:00

Over the last couple of weeks we have had several visitors both friends and family. Here are some of the pictures that Grandpa Newman (Bob) took on a couple of his visits.

Mollie and Dylan

Grandma and Dylan

Grandpa and Dylan

1st week with Dylan

2009-11-05T20:31:00.000-08:00

We have been home for one week and I am proud to report the family is doing well. The only little speed bump is Dylan is not gaining weight as fast as the pediatricians would like so we visit the clinic for frequent weigh ins. Last weekend my mom and Nikki came to visit and brought us enough snacks to last 3 weeks.

Here is picture I took myself while Dylan and I were chillin' on the couch.

Dylan at one week.

Dylan Robert Newman

2009-10-29T19:26:00.001-07:00

A Baby fills a place in your heart you never knew was empty

Mollie gave birth to a healthy 6.7 lb, 21inch baby boy today at 0159 am, Dylan Robert Newman.

Yesterday we had a routine 38 week appointment and our doctor determined that Mollie had low Amniotic Fluid volume and he wanted us to come in for an induction.

1 pm: Admitted to Hospital
2 pm: Drug administered to start labor (pitocin)
4 pm: Water broke430 pm: contractions began
8 pm: Mollie around 8 cm dilated
1130 pm: Mollie completely dilated and began to push
0159 am : Baby born

Mollie and Dylan shortly after delivery

Mollie and Karalee - Mollie and I relied on our awesome birthing nurses who guided us through this, Epidural free. Karalee not only educated us in our childbirth education classes she was assigned to be our nurse through the toughest part of the 9 hour labor.

More to come very soon.

Pictures

2009-10-20T18:33:00.000-07:00

A couple weeks ago Mollie and I went to get our pictures taken to document Mollie's growing belly. Here are a couple of the pics that we thought turned out well.

Baby Celebration

2009-10-15T17:41:00.000-07:00

What a week of baby fun~

On Wednesday night Ryan's department at work threw a "baby celebration" for the four couples expecting babies in the near future. Ryan and Alan, the expectant fathers, had to participate in a skills set that included changing a diaper, swaddling a baby, and then drinking [beer] from a baby's bottle. We're not really sure who won (definitely NOT the babies) but the guys had us in stitches when Ryan used parmesan cheese and hot pepper for baby powder (applying it to baby's bum) and Alan swaddled the baby like it was a Chipotle burrito! While Ryan was trying to drink from the bottle as a baby would, Alan simply popped the top and chugged it down. They are going to make great fathers...

On Thursday we picked up our stroller from Fitzharris: the BOB Revolution. Ryan's been checking out jogging strollers and bike trailers since the week we found out we were having a baby. I tell people he's all about the accessories! I'm watching him play with all of the moving parts as I type this blog. He's practicing with the car seat attachment right now (I've now been instructed in the proper mechanics for putting in and taking out the car seat). Apparently it has great maneuverability as it "turns on a dime!"

We had a nice time last Friday at cousin Jessie's wedding. It was nice to see family and friends and I got tons of baby advice from cousin Mark's wife Jess. As a new mom, she knows what we're in for...

Sophie gave us a run for our money (literally) on Saturday. An emergency vet visit and >$200 later, we hope to have a healthy kitty again soon.

Monday night was Ryan's night out with the guys and Tuesday night was his night in with the guys (Alan and Justin came over for beef stroganoff).

I wonder if the guys are going to come around when Baby's here...I wonder if guys' nights involve babysitting...

Baby Showers

2009-10-08T17:35:00.000-07:00

Over the last couple weeks we have been blessed with family and friends throwing us (Mollie) wonderful baby showers. On Sept 26th family and friends met at the Stonehouse Restaurant to celebrate. Thanks Crystal and moms for all the work on setting up the day. After the shower the Newmans, Joel and Sabrina, and the Huls' enjoyed a BBQ at our house.

On Tuesday night coworkers threw Mollie and me a shower at the Green Mill. Thanks Joy and Jen for the great time and the wonderful cake!!!

Thanks to Grandma Rosie, Baby's room has been painted "kangaroo beige." Now if only the window blinds and furniture would arrive...

Ironman weekend

2009-09-15T19:48:00.000-07:00

On Friday Ryan golfed in the St. Cloud Hospital Golf outing with Jim, Jim, and Brody. We did not win but we finished 7 strokes under par. We survived the rain and it was my lucky day, the bar had the seasonal New Belgium product "Hoptober" on tap!

On Saturday we went to Madison, WI to watch the Ford Ironman. Hagen finished the race in a little over 14 hours. GREAT WORK! It was very inspiring to see people from all 'walks of life' swim the 2.4 miles, bike the 112 miles, and then run a full marathon (26.2 miles).

Weekend fun

2009-09-07T07:23:00.000-07:00

This weekend Mollie and I went to the State Fair, her uncle Rick's cabin, and got Direct TV!!! On Friday night we met my family at the state fair and did what most fair goers do, EAT. We had a rhubarb/strawberry malt, cheese curds, a corn dog, cookies and milk and I sampled Bacon on a Stick.

On Saturday we treked up to Rick's cabin with Mollie's family and enjoyed a pontoon ride, dinner and a fire with Mollie's favorite, S'Mores. On Sunday, after a nice run (12 miles for Rick and 8 for Ryan) we enjoyed Rick's mexican eggs (they were great!) and Mollie's watermelon. Then we went fishing and Mollie caught a whopper (note the picture).

We drove home around 5 pm just in time to judge a pie contest between Mollie's Dad (Barney) and the neighbor, Gayle. Here is where it gets interesting: I was chatting outside while the voting was taking place and I was judge number 5. The count was tied 2 to 2 and I was the deciding judge. After some encouraging from Barney, "You better pick mine!" I made my decision - Barney won by one vote.

Monday we worked around the house and the direct TV installation person came over to install the dish. Then Peater and I fished a little on the mighty Mississippi (Peater caught a northern) and we enjoyed a meal of organic steaks on the grill.

Wow, what a great weekend!!

24 Hours of Salsa "Afton"

2009-08-30T20:11:00.000-07:00

Another year in the books. Thanks for all the family and friends that came to support me and the boys as we climbed Afton Alps from Friday at 5 pm until Saturday at 5 pm. I rode 7 laps but was only to ride the "Man Handler" 3 times (I hope Monte likes the picture with me walking next to the Whistler sign).

The weather was great and I think that every one had a great time.

Kayak

2009-08-23T18:47:00.000-07:00

So while Mollie was working I spent the evening in the kayak on the Mississippi River. I put in about 12 blocks from our house and paddled up steam for about 30 minutes. I turned around and let the current bring me home. The little trip was about an hour long at sunset.

Fishing

2009-08-23T15:59:00.000-07:00

Today I took Peater and his friend Cody fishing. Though we did not catch much we still had a great time.
It is amazing that Peater just turned 15. I met him when he was 8 and we have seen each other every 1-2 weeks for the last 7 years!!!! When I met him I did not have a digital camera (not to mention a phone that took pictures) in fact I did not even know what a blog was. Wow how time flies.

Kyrsten's squeeky shoes

2009-08-16T11:26:00.000-07:00

This week Mollie went to visit her sister in-law and her nieces and nephew. They have shoes that squeek with every step. We pray for Ben and Crystal's sanity.

New Car

2009-08-11T20:14:00.000-07:00

Mollie bought a new car yesterday, a Subaru Baja. The Baja is a cross between a Subaru outback and pickup. It has a sporty look and fits Mollie really well since she did not want a truck but wanted a vehicle that is safe for baby and for hauling compost.

It is a manual transmision and she will soon be great at driving a stick shift.