Eli making his laughing debut.... Enjoy!
Spring Break came and went as fast as the blink of an eye. I just wanted more time to spend with Eli. I find myself using those two words a lot these days-- "more time." Everyone told me, "Enjoy this time with Eli. They grow up so fast." It was the most wonderful feeling to know I wouldn't miss out on anything and was there to see firsthand, his new discoveries each day during the break. After having that time off with Eli and being able to spend all day with him, it was almost as if the "starting over" emotions came back. I cried the entire way dropping him off at daycare the first day back from break. I just wanted more time...
Mommy and Eli...
Eli and I had such a wonderful Spring Break! Charlie had been wanting to get a new roof and was looking for a good time to have the work done. He thought I could go spend some of my break in Cypress and have the work done then. Of course Charlie missed us like crazy (especially "Little Man")! He kept using the words "really quiet" to describe life without myself, Eli and Lulu while we were gone. I think he missed the craziness of the Webb family without us there-- haha.
That Monday I met up with my best friend Courtney to workout, have dinner and do a little shopping. Nana and Super Pop Pop had the best time babysitting! Of course now that Super Pop Pop knows how to text message, I received one that said, "Who knew Eli likes to eat chicken?" while I was at dinner with Courtney. haha
Courtney and I...
The next day Courtney and I spent the day with our boys! Courtney's son Hayden will be 5 years old in a couple of weeks. He just LOVED Eli and wanted to take care of him. It was truly the sweetest thing I have ever seen.
Hayden feeding Eli...
Hayden bringing Eli his toys to share...
Hayden and Eli...
Auntie Courtney and Eli...
On Wednesday, Eli and I went over to Grammy and Paw Paw's to visit. Grammy had invited some of her friends over to meet Eli and have lunch. All of the ladies were so sweet and really enjoyed visiting with Eli.
Eli surrounded by lovely ladies...
Wednesday was also St. Patrick's Day! I had to get Eli this "My First St. Patrick's Day" bib because he is part Irish!
Eli sportin' his green...
We went home and had a traditional Irish feast: corned beef, cabbage and red potatoes...mmmmmm.
Another very special thing about March 17th is it is my sweet Lulu's birthday! Lulu is now 3 years old!!!
Happy Birthday Lulu! WE LOVE YOU!!!!
Speaking of our sweet Lulu, she had a very rough time throughout the Spring Break week. She had some tummy trouble and it seemed to be getting worse by the end of the week. Mommy and Daddy were worried sick about her! I bought her to the vet and there was mention of possible Pancreatic infection. I am happy to say she did not need any kind of surgery or anything serious. It turns out she had an intestinal infection and is currently on antibiotic and a special diet. She is already back to her fun, playful self! We appreciate your prayers and thank you for all of your calls and letters of concern.
I was able to catch up with some of my lovely girlfriends during the break! One afternoon, Eli and I went to visit my friend Magen. This was a very exciting visit because Magen moved into her new house a few months back and it was my first time visiting! I loved visiting with her and taking a tour around her house. It is decorated beautifully and it was just such a warm home-- lots of candles and pictures. We also were able to visit with Magen's Mom during our visit and just had such a nice time!
Magen just loved Eli and he loved her! Look at the smile on his face...
Thursday afternoon we met up with my dear friend Shannon and her three girls, Kirsten, Kalyn, and Kendall at the park. I loved watching and listening to the girls. They are all soooo different from one another and I just loved seeing their different personalities.
It was such a beautiful day and having all these beautiful children around, I just HAD to take some pictures!!
On Friday I got to spend the entire day with my Mom and Eli. We went to the Outlet Mall for some "retail therapy." Carter's Outlet Store (for babies) was on the top of our list. We had such a blast shopping for Eli! He got his first pair of bathing trunks and I just can't wait to see him all decked out for the pool! Thanks Mom for such a fun day! We love you!
Nana and Eli...
That evening my brother and Samantha stopped by my parents on their way home from a vacation in San Antonio. They had a great time! They bought Brandon to Sea World and Six Flags.
We were glad they stopped by (knowing they had been in the car a longggg time) because we had my sis-in-law's birthday to celebrate!
Happy Birthday Samantha!
After an amazing week of family and friends, I was ready to head home and see my Charlie! I missed him terribly! We really enjoyed our family time together and spent the remainder of the weekend playing with Eli and Lulu.
Daddy sure did miss his little guy...
I returned to work that Monday and Eli went back to daycare. I had a hard time dropping him off after having spent an entire week with him by my side. However, as sad as I was, Eli really loves daycare and his teachers love him! Besides, we don't have the super cool jumper they have at his school. :) When I went to pick him up that afternoon, they had him in the jumper and he was laughing and smiling from ear to ear. That made my heart smile because I can tell just how much he enjoys being there.
I asked Anne if she wanted to take Sara and join Eli and I to go visit the Easter Bunny at the mall. Anne was excited to get Sara dressed up to see the Easter Bunny and do some shopping! We had the best time! Sara was all smiles for Mr. Bunny. It was so cute! Eli on the other hand, suddenly discovered he was able to rotate both of his feet in small circles. So there my baby boy sat on the Easter Bunny’s lap….watching his feet move in circles while sucking his thumb. It was HYSTERICAL! I laughed and laughed! Eli saw that I was laughing and I started waving my arms, so he flashed a big grin and ended up with the most adorable picture!
Anne and I are really blessed. We have such good babies! We must've spent half the day getting pictures, having lunch, shopping and the 2 of them only fussed once because they were hungry.
I forgot my camera in the car during the early part of the day, so was unable to get pictures when we first arrived to see the Easter Bunny. I did get pictures of sweet Sara and Eli later in the afternoon.
Princess Sara...
Prince Eli...
Wishing everyone a Happy Easter!
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