10 Months with Ellie Joy

Ten months. My precious girl you are full of spunk and smiles and so much energy.  You are becoming a bit of a mama's girl, but you still love your brother and your daddy if you're not too tired. You love trying to keep up with your big brother and he gets the best giggles and laughs from you. You are always on the go.  Crawling. Cruising. Moving. Playing.

I can already tell you are going to keep me on my toes. You love climbing and are always proud of your achievements.  You managed to climb and stand in the little rocking chair (and rock while standing!), climb the fireplace, climb little chairs and tables at the library, and nearly into the bathtub in recent weeks.  You've been cruising around furniture since Thanksgiving and can stand by yourself for a few seconds, but walking doesn't seem be too exciting yet.  That is just fine with me too, I need you to stay my baby for just a  little longer.

This past month you celebrated your first Christmas, met your uncle George and aunt Joan for the first time, gave up eating purees (only finger food now!), must be included if someone else is eating, and slept a few partial nights in Isaac's room.

We couldn't love you more Ellie Joy.