Steam Roller

As of yesterday, Eli can roll from his back to his belly! When I heard him wake up from a nap, I went to the crib and found him on his side working his way to his belly. He was trying so hard and was so close. I got it all on video, of coarse...sorry it's a little long! Since then he's rolled to his belly several times without help. In fact right after he woke up this morning he rolled to his belly, I think just so that he could make sure he could still do it! Now I officially have an active, mobile boy...better get my running shoes on!

Cool Pics & Pool Pics

I guess I got carried away when I put this hat on Eli. It was just too cute!



On Saturday, Eli had his first pool experience! Our friends Bubba and Anna were in town staying at a hotel in Austin, so we decided to go swimming. I wasn't planning taking Eli in the pool, but it was so hot and seemed like a good idea to strip him down and go in the pool. He loved it! We'll be doing more swimming soon for sure!


We've brought out the exersaucer, and it's been so fun to watch Eli explore all the toys. It's nice because he's entertained and stays in one spot for awhile.

New Tricks

Eli has been discovering new things! This past Friday, he rolled over three times in a row. He's been rolling over to the left, so now we're working on the right. I've also been wearing him in a new position in the sling called the kangaroo position. He looks so cute all bundled up in a ball! He likes it because he can face out and see everything. He also discovered this weekend that it's fun to suck on his top lip. John got a good pic of that one! He's been doing some crunches as well, I guess to get rid of his big belly. He's also trying out new noises with his mouth, which is always fun to hear. It's been fun to watch him discover his world!

Big Weekend

Eli had a big weekend! We were in Dallas for a wedding and stayed at my sister's house. Eli not only got to see my family, but he also got to meet our friends at the wedding. It was fun to show him off! Sunday we took Eli to Decatur to meet John's gramma, Nanna, and his aunt and cousins. It was so nice to see them and for them to meet Eli. How special that Eli got to meet his Great Grandmother! He was a good sport with all the driving and going in and out of the car. He loved all the attention, though!

Big Boy!

Well Eli was 4 months old yesterday, and he had his 4 month check-up today. Here are the stats: 19 lbs. even and 27 1/2 inches long. He's greater than the 97th percentile. The doctor said he looked happy and healthy...just a big boy! He also got his shots, and he did pretty well. He had a delayed reaction...I thought for a second that he wasn't going to cry, but he did and I'm sure the whole office heard it. He calmed down pretty quick though. It wasn't as bad as last time. He is now very sleepy. Glad that's over with!

Muddy Buddy

Here's a picture of John and his sister, Courtney, after they finished the Muddy Buddy race last weekend. It's a mountain bike and running race where you switch off with your partner and then crawl through the mud pit together at the end. John and Courtney had lots of fun and were quite a team! Next year Eli will have to participate in crawling through the mud!

Family visit

John's mom (Gramma) and his sister and her family came for a visit this past weekend. It was nice to have some extra hands to hold and entertain Eli. He loved all the attention. I wish we all lived closer so that could happen more often. It was a good visit! We love you!