Showing posts with label Eli. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Eli. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Update

The last time I blogged the only pictures I had put in albums was Eli's first 2 years, Lilliana's first 3 months, and Newborn Photos of Ari that the Photographer took. The rest of my photos were on my hard drive. 





Since then I have gotten a lot done. Except for the pictures I am posting today all photos from this year have been printed and put in an album. It honestly has taken me maybe 5 hours total. Two nights of sitting down watching a movie and putting them in albums. Everything was already organized in folders on my computer so I was able to quickly just pick the photos I want and they uploaded for print. I went about my business and then came back to place the order. I also have January of 2012 done. I also have Ari's birth story half way done. I am having a block with that because it is involves digital scrapbooking and lately I have not wanted to be on the computer doing that, but I have been working on it. So here is a little sample of what I have gotten done. This album is from Project Life. You can look up Becky Higgins for more information on them. 



Since I have been gone I can't say I have take a lot of photos. I have not been getting much sleep, I sprained my ankle, and the kids have kept me busy. Ari has a lot of teeth coming in and screams all through bed time so it has meant sheer exhaustion.

For now a few pictures..........



I let Ari have spaghetti one night. He has not had many grains but I let him have fun.


Taking all three kids grocery shopping can be a lot these days, so instead I have been taking one child and just spending some time with them. Lilliana went with me a couple weeks ago. Normally I am busy in the store just trying to think about what we need. This time I was able to actually sit and talk to her and listen to her. She pointed out everything. Then we went by the sunglasses and she got so excited and insisted we stop and look. Then she saw these adorable glasses and honestly I couldn't turn her down because she looked so cute so she got them. She wore them the entire time through the store and everybody stopped to talk to her and tell her how cute she was. She ate that attention up and gave her cute silly smile. She even picked out a pair for Eli.



The first day of spring ushered in snow for us. It really has not gotten warm. The birds are everywhere with their beautiful songs but the warmth just is not. Hopefully soon.






When we got inside Lilliana crashed fell asleep oh so sweetly in the chair. 

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This child has been a bit challenging the past couple weeks. I am hoping in the coming weeks as he gets outside more he burns off some energy. He is doing well with school, but if it gets hard he is giving up. He struggles with recognizing the number 9.  He also is testing his boundaries again. I told Anthony didn't we go through that at 3? We decided that maybe each year we will just deal with this.


This little boy has surgery coming up and we have been preparing for that. My heart drops every time I think about it and I am not looking forward to it but would rather just get it out of the way! 


That is about all that has been going on. I will be back to getting my photos printed but will probably update after this weekend. Have a wonderful week. 

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

More Presents

Living across the country from my family has many negatives and a few positives. One of the positives, is around holidays gifts trickle in from family members. So, it is like celebrating the holiday or birthday multiple times. It does not make up for not seeing them, but it helps fill a tiny space in a big gap.

Grandma Gloria's gifts did not make it in time for their birthday party. They arrived on Monday. Now Eli and Lilliana get excited when packages arrive because contrary to what my husband things 98% of them are for them....the other 2% well I am sure  you can guess are for me:) It arrived and they wanted to open the box. I knew it was coming so I made them wait while I wrapped their gifts. 


Lilliana opened hers first.......




She was SOOO excited to get her ballerina outfit and jewelry.

Eli opened his next in his underwear of course. He likes just wearing underwear.......






Yes, he got a doll. He has been begging for a doll for over 6 months now. Not just any doll a boy baby doll. So he got one. The doll came with the name Leamon Irvin. Eli won't change it or his clothes. He loves him. He puts him to bed and goes and plays other things. It is really cute. I personally have no problem with my boys playing dolls. It teaches them to be gentle and good dads. It is just like roll play. One day I want them to be amazing fathers just like their dad. They all play house and dress up so why not let him have a doll. I know in the end he will grow out of it and Lilliana will take him.

Lilliana got in her clothes right away and began dancing away. Eli was excited she got dancing clothes. He said, "yay! now I can dance with Lilliana." He grabbed her and began dancing. 



The necklace goes everywhere with her now. She wears the ballerina outfit all day too.

Eli put his doll to bed and some little girl went and got him. She is in love with Eli's baby and cries if we tell her it is Eli's. I feel bad but not every doll is hers. She would like it to be.

Honestly, I have dreamed of this moment. Watching her in her girly outfit taking care of her baby just melts my heart!! I LOVE every bit of it. 



Needless to say their birthday presents were a hit.

Ari has been Ari. His personality is just coming out more and more each week. He adores his brother and sister and is beginning to understand so much. Yesterday when they were playing dress up he was trying to put things on his head too. I put this mask on and he loved it. 



 He is growing up too quick. I laid him down and couldn't help but notice his adorable baby feet last night. Melts my heart. 



 Then today he fell asleep in the jumper as I was laying the other kids down for a nap. I have no idea how this can be comfortable but he was sound asleep.............



Silly kid. More tomorrow on him as I get his 8 month photos done! Yes I said 8 months!! 

Saturday, March 2, 2013

Happy 4th Birthday Eli

My Dearest Boy, 

Today you are 4! It is so hard to believe. The first week you were born was such a fog. I had so much pain and can't remember much of it. It still bothers me, but I am learning to heal and realize it made me stronger. 



I can't believe we have made it through 3 birthdays. Each year you got rid of more of the baby look until now it is gone. 



Last week when I took you out for our mother son night I tried to think about all the wonderful memories we have had watching you grow. There were just too many to count.



Somethings do not change and we know we can count on you to still do.........


Standing in line for something rather than playing. You did not want to stand in line to wait for your picture instead I got this look.....



Eating, oh Eli I an count on my hand the things you like. You are one of the pickiest people I know for food. I realize it wouldn't be you if you didn't have a fight about one thing we had at dinner. Regardless you did eat a little and drank your juice. 

 


You also would rather play than do an organized thing that is happening. This would even include something really neat like a pet show. Thankfully you are very obedient and sat and watched the animals. You are a sponge and so very smart and could tell me all those things about those animals after. I can always count on you to remember and learn things very well. 


You are also very social and I love you for that. It does not matter who the child is you want to play with them and include them. You are very sweet and sensitive. I realized as you ran off to find other little boys to play with  you didn't need me anymore. You are so independent and smart you can do things on your own. It was a bittersweet realization. 



You may be stubborn, independent, and full of energy, but you are so sweet, sensitive, and loving.


I snuck into your room just before midnight to watch you sleep and cherish these last few moments of 3! You are such an angel and I marveled out how big you look. You are so handsome and somethings I will always love will be your long eyelashes and beautiful eyes.

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You love your brother and sister so much. You also love mom and dad. Your heart is very tender and for that we are blessed. I know one day you will make a wonderful leader and example. I love watching you grow into a boy. You are all boy too. Life is never dull or unexciting when  you are around and for that we really are blessed although sometimes I have to remember that. I am one lucky mom to have you as a son! I can't wait to watch what wonderful things you do in your future.  Happy 4th Birthday! I love you very much.

Love, 
Mom

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Your yearly questions.........


Three Years Old


1. What is your favorite color?  Red
2. What is your favorite toy? Smart Cycle
3. What is your favorite fruit? apples
4. What is your favorite tv show? Mickey Mouse

5. What is your favorite thing to eat for lunch?
Peanut and Jelly Sandwhich
6. What is your favorite outfit?
Dinousaur Pajamas
7. What is your favorite game? Farm Bingo
8. What is your favorite snack?
Applesauce
9. What is your favorite animal?
Pig
10. What is your favorite song?
Jesus Loves Me
11. What is your favorite book? George and The Dump Truck
12. Who is your best friend?
Hayden
13. What is your favorite cereal?
Raisin Bran
14. What is your favorite thing to do outside?
Tractor
15. What is your favorite drink?
milk
16. What is your favorite holiday?
His Birthday
17. What do you like to take to bed with you at night?
Blue Blanket
18. What is your favorite thing to eat for breakfast?
Oatmeal
19. What do you want for dinner on your birthday? Pancakes
20. What do you want to be when you grow up? A conductor


4 Years Old



1. What is your favorite color?  blue
2. What is your favorite toy? firetruck
3. What is your favorite fruit? grapes
4. What is your favorite tv show? Little Einsteins

5. What is your favorite thing to eat for lunch?
Peanut and Jelly Sandwhich
6. What is your favorite outfit?
Spiderman
7. What is your favorite game? Marbles
8. What is your favorite snack?
Watermelon
9. What is your favorite animal?
Elephant
10. What is your favorite song?
Veggie Tales Theme Song
11. What is your favorite book? Train
12. Who is your best friend?
Colin
13. What is your favorite cereal?
Raisin Bran
14. What is your favorite thing to do outside?
Sandbox
15. What is your favorite drink?
lemonade
16. What is your favorite holiday?
Halloween
17. What do you like to take to bed with you at night?
Blue Blanket
18. What is your favorite thing to eat for breakfast?
Pancakes
19. What do you want for dinner on your birthday?
Pancakes
20. What do you want to be when you grow up? A Dog