play date

Elle had a little play date this afternoon with her friend Maxton. They know each other quite well as she spent a few weeks at their home when I first went back to work.... Okay, so she likely doesn't remember that but anyways, she enjoyed her time playing in their fun basement with all sorts of new and 

exciting toys! 

       Maxton is only a month older then Elle so Tiffany-Maxton's Mom is a great resource. She made me feel so much better about feeding Elle-we were going through her freezer and fridge and she was giving me ideas. I was so under the impression that once she turned one that the bottle was gone instantly and she was on all table food. Wrong. They didn't have him on any table food but cheerios until his one year visit. Now, a month later, he is eating everything. Elle's visit is next Friday, I will feel better talking to the Doc... Elle is actually doing pretty well on food so we're moving in the right direction and the little gal only has two teeth. I am going to continue to supplement with a bottle for a few more weeks- as she is still sucking them down so I know she is not getting enough through a handful of peas. But she is starting to chew much better and has enjoyed new things like organic graham crackers, and cheese. Organic? This kid is eating better then me. And the sippy cup is going better. She'll take a few sips here and there so I am hopeful in the next month I can get her converted. Ted's Aunt also gave me some great tips, I refer to her emails often. And Miss Elle is done with the pacifier. I try to give it to her before bed or in the car and she instantly throws it out. OK, well, that was easy. Done with the pacifier. 

This evening we took Elle and met our friends Todd and Sarah for Mediterranean Food. Other then spilled cheerios, rice, paper and anything else Elle was holding on to, around the floor, she did very well. We were smart and already had her in her pj's so we could at least stretch dinner with our friends till 7:30. Just when the bill came she started to fuss a little- but we were ready to go. We have a good system down and I'm happy we've continued to take her out with us as she is getting used to it and enjoys being with people. 

Tomorrow, Ted and I are taking Elle to the aquarium for an early birthday celebration. We're going along with Elle's buddy Trey and our neighbors. I love that we have great friends surrounding us to do things. Eases the pain a little from having no Family around us.  The last time I was at this aquarium, I was with my Mom. My Sister, Matt, Mom and I took Aydan. Dad and Ted left us and went to the bar. I believe they enjoyed hooters. They claim for beer and the wings only....I miss having them around...they would come down here on the weekends for no reason at all. 

Miss Elle has presents arriving left and right and two birthday parties over the next two weekends to attend..... Her 1st birthday will sure be one to remember.