I just had this realization that I’ve never videotaped Eli and shown him to you. How he looks when he hears music or when he sees someone in his family. He loves to flip through books and build blocks. He really, really loves cars. He drives them around and makes car noises. He does the sign for “more” and says “all done!” and “uh oh.” (but never upon request.) I need to share his actions with you.
I am seriously struggling with the fact that we are going to be celebrating his first birthday in three weeks. This year has been the fastest year of my life. Brian was talking the other day about how quickly it has gone by. That with Eli we’ve been so aware of him and the gift that he is that we never wished a away a single moment, we try to savor it all, yet, the year, it has flown.
This month is going to be incredibly busy. Today, we are leaving to visit my sister in Louisville. We just love to visit them. I’m hoping to get some updated shots of Eli and Trey. Remember these from last summer? So hilarious.
In two and a half weeks, we are leaving for Florida. Brian’s parents have a timeshare there, we are so lucky to be able to stay there. We are looking forward to a week of warmth and palm trees and family time. I can’t wait for the family time.
I’m working hard on getting our lives back on track. We were completely broadsided by Noah being so sick for so long, then Anna, then me traveling for five days. It’s taken a few days but I think we are getting back to normal. (I love normal.) And now look! We are heading out of town again!
But it’s all good. This week? Was an amazing week. I can only imagine that the weekend could be better.
That’s my wish for you. I wish you an amazing weekend.
I’m off to shower, work, laundry and pack! (but I’ll be rewarded with donuts, nachos and a Miller Lite when I get there. It’s going to be totally worth it.)
videos of your cutie?! pleaseandthankyou.
Sarah-Anne
Who wouldn’t love videos of a cutie….I know I would!
I enjoy a normal schedule too…not gonna happen at our house this month that is for sure! Have a great time this weekend!
I love how they each have their own grumpy face in the separate photos! And yay for family/vacation time. I want some of that!
p.s. take some video of Eli STAT1 We wanna see!
Wow you have been going so much and also, that is how I remember Eli. I feel like I haven’t seen hjm in THAT long!
Steph
That picture series has to be one of my all-time favorite! So cute! I know what you mean about traveling and getting back to normal. This month has been rugged and we’re heading out again soon. Today, be sure to wave as we pass each other on I-65.
Wait, ANNA traveled with you to your photo workshop? I thought ELI traveled with you! I am so out of it, I swear.
Videos would be awesome. Have fun in Louisville!
Gosh! I thought that Trey was Noah….Does he still look like Noah?
I didn’t realize how much I love your friday post until I checked about 15 times for it and kept being disappointed that you hadn’t posted it yet. Then I realized that it was Thursday!
Thanks for brightening my fridays!
Enjoy your trip to see your sister. Bonding time between Sis’s is always so much fun! I love the facial expressions of Eli and Trey and how opposite they are in both pics. I also am like Katrina and can’t wait for your Friday Morning Coffee posts, well actually all your posts, they truly make my day
you’re coming to florida??? where will you be staying? i’d love to meet you somewhere, like the beach? i’ve got lots of great beach toys for the kiddos. and i’ll bring presents…i’m a good gift giver.
Hey! We have the same name! [but I go by Betsy most of the time]. I love the title of your blog jajaja… story of my life. I should be doing productive things around the house, but here I am, blogging and commenting.
Hope you had an amazing weekend, indeed
Sooo jealous! We’re in GA, so we love some Florida.
Those photos are too sweet. Love them both!