It’s our anniversary and I couldn’t imagine how it could be any better. Josh and I are just spending the day with Eli, loving on him and pretty much basking in the joy he brings us. Our little family isn’t always easy, but it’s so so worth it. I bought Josh an adorable custom made family portrait from Henry James Paper Goods and he got me a Dutch oven. I can’t wait to make some crusty bread in it.
I love that we got married during Memorial Day weekend. It gives us some extra time to celebrate. This weekend we went out to Red Robin, went shopping, went to dinner at Bound’ry (the dessert and wine were amazing, the rest of the food not so much), went to McCallisters, ordered in some Chinese, went for plenty of walks (as you can see we needed to burn some calories with all the eating that was done), and went for a jog. Today it’s all about the food again. We’re grilling some kebabs with grilled zesty corn and of course this morning I made raspberry rolls. Cucumber lemon water is also in the works. Hopefully after that we’ll take Eli to the park.
We were hoping to take Eli to the zoo, but he hasn’t been feeling good since he’s had his shots. I’m not sure if it’s from the shots or from the fact that I had a milkshake. Poor baby! At least he was able to get his shots. Friday he went to his third follow-up appointment and he was finally deemed healthy! Yay! The doc was not happy that we didn’t give him the steroids she prescribed, but it worked out in spite of us I guess. She was on the fence about prescribing the steroids anyhow, saying that he was “almost” wheezing, but wasn’t. I know we’re not MD’s, but I’m still glad we didn’t give him the steroids. I’m not super crunchy, but I do want to avoid overmedicating if we can help it. Now for our (very tiny) 4 year recap…
What we bought: More jammies (he’s outgrown some of his 6 month ones he’s so tall) and shorts & sandals for the cool weather. More gripe water of course since his tummy’s been aching
Invaluable purchases: When I was 3 months pregnant I bought some transition clothing that was a size up from my normal clothes. I’m so glad I did this! I can’t quite fit into my normal wardrobe but even fitting into the transition clothes feels like a victory. So close! It feels good not to be walking around wearing huge maternity clothes.
Best moment: We finally got in our car iPad holder and tried it out during a 15 minute drive. Believe it or not the car was completely quiet! Eli was attentively watching Baby Einstein with no complaints. It was amazing! I hope it works during our 8 hour drive.
Week 19
This week I realized I have puppies! I like to watch Kito and Optimus, but I’m not that interested in touching them yet. I went to the doctor for my 4 month shots and I weighed 15 lbs 5 oz. I like going to the doctor’s because I can roll really fast and look at that cute baby in the mirror. I love when my parents sing me my own special song. It goes like this…”Eli James you’re a very good baby. Eli James you’re a very good boy. Eli James you’re strong and tall. Eli James you’re kind and loving. Eli James you’re a very good baby. Eli James you’re a very good boy.” Mom sings it all the way to daycare so the ride is more enjoyable. I love going for walks and I love bouncing in my Joey jumper. I look so cool in my little sunglasses and I giggle uncontrollably when mom kisses me right under my chin. My hair is getting pretty dark too! I still like to suck my thumb and my new favorite toy is Sophie the giraffe.
That’s it for us! Have a great weekend.
-Shantel
I love that we got married during Memorial Day weekend. It gives us some extra time to celebrate. This weekend we went out to Red Robin, went shopping, went to dinner at Bound’ry (the dessert and wine were amazing, the rest of the food not so much), went to McCallisters, ordered in some Chinese, went for plenty of walks (as you can see we needed to burn some calories with all the eating that was done), and went for a jog. Today it’s all about the food again. We’re grilling some kebabs with grilled zesty corn and of course this morning I made raspberry rolls. Cucumber lemon water is also in the works. Hopefully after that we’ll take Eli to the park.
We were hoping to take Eli to the zoo, but he hasn’t been feeling good since he’s had his shots. I’m not sure if it’s from the shots or from the fact that I had a milkshake. Poor baby! At least he was able to get his shots. Friday he went to his third follow-up appointment and he was finally deemed healthy! Yay! The doc was not happy that we didn’t give him the steroids she prescribed, but it worked out in spite of us I guess. She was on the fence about prescribing the steroids anyhow, saying that he was “almost” wheezing, but wasn’t. I know we’re not MD’s, but I’m still glad we didn’t give him the steroids. I’m not super crunchy, but I do want to avoid overmedicating if we can help it. Now for our (very tiny) 4 year recap…
What we bought: More jammies (he’s outgrown some of his 6 month ones he’s so tall) and shorts & sandals for the cool weather. More gripe water of course since his tummy’s been aching
Invaluable purchases: When I was 3 months pregnant I bought some transition clothing that was a size up from my normal clothes. I’m so glad I did this! I can’t quite fit into my normal wardrobe but even fitting into the transition clothes feels like a victory. So close! It feels good not to be walking around wearing huge maternity clothes.
Best moment: We finally got in our car iPad holder and tried it out during a 15 minute drive. Believe it or not the car was completely quiet! Eli was attentively watching Baby Einstein with no complaints. It was amazing! I hope it works during our 8 hour drive.
Week 19
This week I realized I have puppies! I like to watch Kito and Optimus, but I’m not that interested in touching them yet. I went to the doctor for my 4 month shots and I weighed 15 lbs 5 oz. I like going to the doctor’s because I can roll really fast and look at that cute baby in the mirror. I love when my parents sing me my own special song. It goes like this…”Eli James you’re a very good baby. Eli James you’re a very good boy. Eli James you’re strong and tall. Eli James you’re kind and loving. Eli James you’re a very good baby. Eli James you’re a very good boy.” Mom sings it all the way to daycare so the ride is more enjoyable. I love going for walks and I love bouncing in my Joey jumper. I look so cool in my little sunglasses and I giggle uncontrollably when mom kisses me right under my chin. My hair is getting pretty dark too! I still like to suck my thumb and my new favorite toy is Sophie the giraffe.
That’s it for us! Have a great weekend.
-Shantel
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