My 1/2 birthday!

A few weeks ago I celebrated my half birthday! I'm growing up so fast! I can now do so many things that I once thought were impossible like getting on my hands and knees, crawling, eating real food (as long as Daddy doesn't try to feed me... I won't touch any food from his hands!), drinking out of a straw-cup, etc. Before you know it, I'll be walking around!

I had my 6 month checkup at the doctor's and I'm doing just fine. I now weigh 18 lbs, 5 oz and measure 26 3/4 inches long, which are both over the 85th percentile mark. The best news of all is that my head size is now back on the charts at the 97th percentile mark! My body is slowly catching up to my big noggin.

As a treat to both myself and Mommy, we had a photo shoot to show off my good looks. You can see all the pictures here but I've included some in this post for your viewing pleasure. If I know my readers, you won't be able to look at them enough!

Me and my lovey!


Did you know that I have 6 teeth now!




Sign me up for the beauty pageants!




I even let Mommy and Daddy in on a few of the pictures.


Sweet smile...Piggy smile.





Rubber ducky you're the one...

Trip to Massachusetts (or why does every guy in Hudson have a mustache?)

As you may know, last month I took a trip to Massachusetts to see Avo, Vava, and all of the family on Daddy's side. I've been so busy since then that I'm just now getting to write about it. What can I say, I'm a busy girl!

The trip to Massachusetts was fabulous! I got to take my first trip on an airplane and Mommy and Daddy were so pleased with how well I did! I got a bottle and some food on the flight, but I spent most of the time playing and flirting with all of the other passengers. The flight was short and once I arrived in Beantown, I took a nap on the drive to Avo's.

Me and my avo and vava!

I spent the first few days just hanging out, playing with Avo and Vava, and meeting a bunch of relatives that I didn't even know existed! Everybody was amazed at how big and skilled I am, but most of all, they were amazed at how happy I am!

Four generations in a row.


I'm always the center of attention!


Me and my cousin Jess.


Me with one of my hundred of great aunts!

Now the one thing that puzzled me about Hudson, was that every man that I met had the most peculiar thing on their face above their lips. Daddy tells me that it's called a "mustache" and it's a Hudson-thing. It took me a while to get used to this whole "mustache" thing but I did eventually and even learned to love them. Maybe Daddy should try to grow one???

I'm not sure about this thing...


I love the purse, but I'm not too sure about the 'stache...


A 'stache above and below the lips? I can't handle that!

In addition to hanging out with family, I got to go to the pool and the beach for the first time ever! The pool was a blast and was perfect for me. The beach, on the other hand, was a bit overwhelming. However, I loved lounging around Avo's and Vava's beach cottage!

Me and my Hippo pool:

Hanging out at the beach:

Vava took me for a walk along the coast.


The sun, sand, and waves were all too much for me!


My favorite part was the big red couch in the cottage...


...and my fashion show! Don't you love my fabulous hat?!


Hanging out on the floor amusing myself.

The week in Massachusetts flew by way too quickly. I had so much fun and I can't wait to go back! Here are so more random pictures from my big trip. Enjoy!

Just for Mommy

While Mommy was away in D.C. for the weekend, I've been working on my crawling so that I'll be ready to show off my moves when she comes back. Here are some photos and videos showing off my progress!

One my hands and knees, ready to go!

Pushups!

Doing some yoga!

Look at me go!

Ellie vs. Leroy

Quick update

A lot has happened since I last posted and I wanted to give you guys a quick update on what's going on.

1. I have two, maybe three, more teeth coming in. My two upper canines have popped through and another one of the top teeth might be on the way. This will give me a total of five teeth in just over five months!

2. I can sit all by myself! I can hold myself up for a solid five minutes without any help. I eventually get tired and collapse over. Stay tuned for some pictures of this!

3. I can crawl (almost). I can scoot around on my belly in a full circle and have started to pull my body along on the floor.

How's this for upper body strength!

4. I love me some food! I am now eating all sorts of fruits and vegetables along with my bottles. Mommy has even taught me to drink from my straw (see below)!

My new tricks

In just the past week or two, I've learned a few new tricks that I'm sure you'll enjoy. Mommy is not a big fan but Daddy loves them!

1. Piggyface (aka full-face smile or scrunchy-face)
Every time that I smile, I scrunch up my whole face and snort through my nose. It may not be the most ladylike way to smile but its my most favorite new trick! I can't get enough!

Mommy's little Piggyface.


Piggyface while I eat!

2. Scream / Shriek / Zombie-arms
I'm over blowing raspberries (that's so last week) and I'm on to screaming for fun! I don't know why it took me so long to realize the joys of shrieking for no reason at all! I may not be close to saying "Momma" or "Dadda" but I've nailed the high pitched squealing! When I get really worked up, my whole body goes rigid and the zombie arms come out!

Combination piggyface / squeal.










Is this a seizure?

We are family

Two weeks ago, I was baptized and people from all over the country came to see me! I'm so lucky to have such a big and loving family!

I haven't seen Avo and Vavo since I was one month old but I warmed up to them real quick!

I love my cousin Michael and I especially enjoy touching his face!

Nanny, Mommy, and me

I got to meet my great aunt Cindy for the first time. I'm such such a big girl in her arms!