Ryan - Flying the Friendly Skies

Flying the Friendly Skies with Ry Ry the Super-friendly guy

Ryan got all dressed up for his trip to Florida on Sunday, and boy did people notice! He wore a snazzy little hat purchased by my friend, Jill, and an adorable pair of brown corduroys & an argyle sweater from Sue & Jayne. He was a hit as we walked through the Atlanta airport, and he seemed to like all the attention! He smiled at everyone who complimented him on how cute he was.  The smiling only added to the fun.

Here is footage of him sitting on the plane waiting for take off. He is quietly sitting on the seat.

The real story is the return trip.  Evidently, Ryan has found that attracting attention is pretty cool.  I wish I had footage of this, but I don't. I was holding Mr. Smiley in his cute little hat, as he greeted about 60 passengers on our return trip to Atlanta on Wednesday. Since Ryan is a baby, we are able to board the plane first.  We went and sat in our seat...25F, and there were 18 rows (A-C and D-F) behind us.  As people filed past us, Ryan sat and/or stood on my legs bouncing up and down...squealing and smiling as people passed! Sometimes our fellow passengers were stuck standing in the aisle as people ahead of him were placing their luggage in the overhead compartments-Ryan entertained them as they waited.  Grandmas, grandpas, & guys in the 30s, 40s and 50s were oooo-ing and awww-ing at him.  Ryan gave it right back with his smiles and well, to be honest, sometimes screeching with glee.

Please note:  He had a meltdown a bit later, and I was really happy when we got off the plane. I spent the majority of our time in the air standing in the flight attendant galley swaying back and forth praying he would just take a nap on my shoulder.

It is good to be home.  We enjoyed seeing Great-Nanny Ellie, who had a fabulous time on her 85th birthday, although she was a bit wiped out staying out until 7:30pm.  Nanny attended her party wearing a black cocktail dress and a lovely gold pin, and she asked to sit next to Ryan.  It was sweet, and we were thrilled she could be there with her first great-grandchild on her special day.

Until next week...