Jump-a-roo

I don't think my jumper has made the list yet.  I mean check this thing out - it makes noise, it rattles, it flashes and I even get to stand up.

Mom and dad like it because their arms get a break and I get exercise  I like it because it makes noise. . . . For  now, it is one of my favorite toys.

Happy Birthday to ME!!

OK so 7 months isn't exactly a celebrated birthday but I think it is pretty cool.  A lot has happened for me this last month.  I am sitting up without any real assistance.  If you hold my hands, I'll pull myself up to my feet.  I much more curious, using my hands independent of each other and my two lower teeth are displaying themselves proudly.  Most of all I like to taste things.  If I can pick it up, it is going in my mouth.  Hey -  taste is one of the senses - I want to make sure I am experiencing them all.

Books are cool!!!

Both Ann Marie and I love books and reading so we have tried to make them a part of Ellie's life.

Today Ann Marie was making Ellie's dinner and gave her a book to keep her busy.  We looked over after a few minutes and this was the scene.

We often wonder if hard-copy books will disappear in her lifetime but for now, she seems to enjoy the old-fashioned kind.  Hopefully a sign of things to come.

What is better than a big family????

Me and Baby Brendan snuggling

. . . a bigger family  :-)

Today I got to meet my newest cousin - Baby Brendan.  I suppose when he grows up we will just call him Brendan but for now I like the alliteration.

Brendan was born on March 28th to Mom's sister Rose (and of course Mike).

He is such a little peanut - so crazy to think that just 6 months ago, I was that small.  Mom and Dad kept looking back and forth saying "I can't believe it".

I can't wait for everyone to be big enough to play together - with the weather getting warmer, I am sure it will be soon.