Artist Elijah

This weekend, Daddy has a 4-day conference in Dallas, so Mommy and I have been keeping busy with all sorts of fun activities. After my morning nap, Mommy and I drove on post to one of the amazing playgrounds for some time in the swings. I giggled the whole time Mommy was pushing me!

Laughing non-stop and looking good with my backwards Texas hat

Afterwards, I needed some food and downtime, so we went home and I crashed. Thankfully, I didn't sleep too long and miss a good time! Ms. Julie, Ellie's Mommy, called Mommy and invited us to their house for some creative fun, so we walked to their house and got into some finger paints! It was the first time I painted and I really loved it. The texture of the paint was my favorite, especially when I got a fist full of paint and squished it between my fingers. I even painted my legs, diaper, Ellie and Mommy! Hopefully I'll get some of my very own paint someday!!!

Painting a picture for Daddy

Painting with my toes and shin

Ellie and Elijah- paint buddies

That's Mommy's boy:)

Ouch!

Now that I'm crawling, I'm getting into lots of things and occasionally bumping into all sorts of obstacles. Today, I learned that table legs are very hard and they hurt! I was crawling for a kitty toy and when I reached out for it, BOOM, I bumped my head. See my bruise?

It's right there, on my forehead

It's okay though, because Mommy says I'm a tough kid. Plus, I'm sure this will be the first of many bruises if I'm anything like my Daddy.

No time to sulk, I want to play!

Visit to Georgetown

This weekend, we went to Grandma and Grandpa's house in Georgetown, TX. I have such a great time playing with my grandparents and their dog, Abby! They like to play all the time...even when I'm supposed to be eating (GRANDPA!). We also get to go out on walks, since their neighborhood is so nice and everyone is very friendly.

What's better is that Grandma and Grandpa made me an Easter basket!!!! I didn't know what Easter was, but they gave me a book about it and we read it together. But guess who was in my Easter basket?! M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E! My very first Mickey Mouse was inside my basket! It really makes me smile and I enjoyed him the entire visit and ride home.

Thanks Grandma and Grandpa for a super fun visit! I can't wait to see you again!

Power nap en route to Grandma and Grandpa's house!!!

M-I-C-K-E-Y  M-O-U-S-E!!!

Me and Grandma!

I tried to teach Grandpa how to crawl...he needs more work

Hanging out with Grandpa during Uncle Andy's birthday party

Jumping on Mommy's lap during the party

On our way home to Oklahoma. Taking a potty break on Daddy's lap!

Play time

Elijah has been so active lately, it's difficult to snag pictures. Thankfully, we're quick and he's been still for brief opportune moments...so enjoy!

Practicing our skills on the piano and kneeling. 

Check out my two big teeth!

LOOK AT MY BALLOON!

IT'S RED AND IT GOES REALLY FAST!

Like Father like Son

My boys, watching the kitties

No need for a caption...

Mickey Mouse Maniac

Well, we now have proof that we have a Mickey Mouse Maniac on our hands. After attending Maci's 1st birthday party yesterday (Minnie themed), Elijah has been asking to wear his ears. So this morning, while watching our Mickey Mouse Clubhouse episode, Elijah sported his new favorite accessory!

Elijah Can Move!

We officially have a little mover in the house! YIKES! He's into everything and after everything. The poor kitties are on high alert for tail grabbing and we're on the lookout for safety issues. Elijah was already into the kitty toys...well actually the kitty toy was into his mouth. YUCK. Excuse the sideways video, but you get the idea. Cutest part is Elijah's high five at the end! We just love this kid!

Spring Time

It's spring in Oklahoma, with the weather being in the 70's most days. We've been walking almost every day and playing with our friends as much as possible. Today, we went to Ellie's house to play for a bit. She has so many great toys and is really good at sharing with Elijah.

Such a big boy 

Sporting our Texas hat

Ellie's Tonka Truck...great for learning to walk

Gulping some ice cold water. Yum yum.

Cutest kids on the block!

Elijah's road rage face...Get OUTTA my way!

Shaking his fist at the other drivers! Hahaha....he takes after his mommy.

Drill Weekend Fun

Mommy had drill this weekend, so Daddy and I had a ton of fun. The key phrase was, "Don't tell mommy". Daddy says she doesn't need to know about our messes and dancing parties.

Anyhow, when Mommy came home today, she said her Army friends were going out for dinner at the Sushi/Hibachi restaurant, so we decided to go meet these jokers. It was fun and this time, I wasn't even scared of the fire! I ate my star puffs, Mum Mum snacks and even had some sweet potatoes. Mommy and Daddy needed a dinner date, so I cooperated this time. Gotta keep them on their toes!

Elijah watching the flames from the onion choo-choo

New Favorite Foods

Elijah has been trying new foods on a weekly basis and we have a new favorite breakfast!!! Kashi blueberry waffles have become a staple item. He loves the little blueberry bites and by the end of breakfast, his little hands are blue/purple from the berries. Yum! This kid just cracks us up!

Maci Makes Me Smile

Elijah's girlfriend, Maci, is turning 1! We received the adorable invitation and Elijah has just been smiling at her picture since! Even when he's crying, if we walk over to the fridge (where it's hanging up), he will start smiling and touching her picture. Watch out Dearmon Family...Elijah is in love with your daughter!

Maci's Birthday invitation with her picture on the front. Adorable!!!

Rough Naps

Elijah's nap time has recently become interrupted with play. We captured a rare photograph of lingering evidence of play:) He had been flailing his arms and legs and playing with his feet. Guess he just got too tired to keep it up. He's also waking up crawling and sitting up. Ah milestones, how you demolish sleep schedules. Our little man is growing so fast. I still can't believe he's crawling!

Little man, passed out mid play :)

Playground Fun

The weather has been so beautiful here for the past few weeks, reaching the high 60s and 70s. Yesterday, we decided to go on post to one of the many wonderful playgrounds. Elijah has never been to a playground, so we thought it would be fun for the whole family! It's always great being able to go outside and play, but Matt seemed to enjoy himself just as much:)

HAHAHAHA!!!!!

Anyhow, we really had a nice time and even ran into our friend Mandy Culver and her 2 year old son, Parker. It was great catching up and watching the boys play. We miss our military friends, as we've been pretty disconnected lately. Hopefully as summer comes along, we'll be able to get together and get the kids together too. 

Mommy and E-bug on the teeter-totter. Daddy is on the other side:) 

E-bug LOVES swinging. He's been known to laugh the entire time.

The rare family shot, thanks to Mandy Culver (son Parker in the background)

Mum Mum Fun

Elijah was cracking me up today, so I thought I should just share with you all. He's such a joy to be around and really brings so much joy into our lives. We are so blessed with one another. Enjoy!

Is there something on my face?!

Boomer Sooner!

Today, we drove up to Norman, OK to Oklahoma University. Matt's cousin-in-law, Lisa, was there with her gymnastics team for a competition. Lisa is the gymnastics head coach at Texas Women's University. Unfortunately, Lisa had to leave Austin, her 2 month old, with a babysitter back in Texas, but at least we were able to visit for a bit with her. We even walked around town for awhile, enjoying the almost 70 degree weather. Ahhh spring is here!

Play Date with Ellie

The other day, I had a play date with my friend Ellie. She has so many great outdoor toys and the weather was beautiful at 75 degrees! We played on the slide and with a bunch of toys. Ellie even got pushed in her swing! We had such a great time and I really enjoyed getting some time in the sunshine. It makes Mommy happy too! Maybe someday, I'll have a swing and backyard toys like Ellie!

Ellie let me borrow her hat:) 

Ellie, Mommy and me

Ellie and my Daddy

The sun really wears me out

Elijah Eats Waffles!

Our little boy is getting bigger by the second! He is almost 9 months old, which is unbelievable, and he's moving, eating, and babbling non-stop. It's harder and harder to take pictures, as most of them are blurred! The other day, in an effort to introduce more finger foods, we gave Elijah a Kashi blueberry waffle. He LOVED it! Not only did he thoroughly enjoy it, but he was flailing all over the place with excitement.

Grandma and Grandpa's Visit!

Grandma and Grandpa came to visit me this past weekend. Since we had missed Grandma's birthday on the 13th of February, we had a make-up birthday celebration. Mommy baked a cake and I helped blow out the candles, although I was much more interested in trying to grab them:) I had so much fun playing with my grandparents and they seem to have a lot of fun with me too. I can't wait to see them again soon!

Happy Birthday Grandma! 

Happy Valentines Day

Happy Valentines Day to all our blog followers! Elijah and my amazing Hubby wowed me this morning with a BEAUTIFUL necklace! Elijah even picked out an "I love you" charm. I'm so blessed to have such a wonderful family and two men who love me so very much! On this Valentines Day, I'm thankful for my two favorite men. I'm truly the luckiest woman in the world!

Elijah helping me put on my new necklace. XOXO