Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Pottys, Tubes and More...

We've clearly fallen behind, yet again. Big sigh. With Elijah being more active with each passing month and me slowing down with each, it's been a bit more difficult to keep up with everything. Sorry I've had to pick and choose, but here we are, within 2 weeks of our estimated due date and I'm updating the blog! YAY!

Here come lots of pictures with tons of captions! Get ready to be updated :)

Elijah has shown an increased interest in the potty lately, so we've started the process. Although we're not pushing the matter, what with baby brother coming in the summer, we're gently encouraging. 

I'm not sure where in the world Elijah picked this up, but it just couldn't have come from watching me!

Our future medical student! He loves putting on Mommy's stethascope and listening to different parts of his body, though he often chooses to listed to his bladder area. Not sure what that's all about?!

After 5 ear infections in 5 months, we finally moved forward with tubes. Elijah did great and although he woke up cranky/confused, he was smiling in no time and eating everything in sight!

Our happy little guy after about five biscuits, some eggs, cheerios, water, milk and whatever else he could get his little paws on for breakfast. 

A monumental milestone, Elijah got his first haircut at 21 months of age! He didn't shed a tear and actually seemed to enjoy it. 

Spring hit us about March and we couldn't resist opening Nonna and Papa's birthday gift! A sand and water table, though we usually just do all water, because it's so much fun!

Elijah with Daddy's Afghanistan hat on to block the sunshine. We're blessed with beautiful weather each weekend and have greatly enjoyed spending so much time outdoors with Elijah. 

Uncle Juju was recently hired with US Airways main line and he spent several weeks training in Charlotte, NC. It's only a 2hr drive, so he was able to visit several times. Elijah really enjoyed playing with him and we certainly enjoyed the company and distraction for Elijah. 

Elijah is very interested in belts....

And this is our housekeeper. He wrecks it AND cleans it! As he's gotten bigger, he's gotten better at actually cleaning. He'll vacuum, sweep, wipe the floors and more. I'm certain I'll love these talents even more when baby brother arrives in June :)