Thursday, January 27, 2011
Sick baby
We just got back from the doctor and Elle Belle has an ear infection. It's been a rough week, but we just feel horrible for her since she's so uncomfortable and we can tell she's in a lot of pain. Yesterday, the only time she was ok was when we were outside - so we went on a run and a walk....hopefully now the antibiotics (her first dose) will kick in and her fever will start to subside.
Ella Bailey Park
Every day around 4:00 pm, after Eliana's nap and just before the day is through, we head up the hill about 4 blocks to this magnificent park. Amazing city views and shots of Mt. Rainier (when it's out) plus brand new equipment. The best part, though, is that Elle Belle starts giggling when we get close to the park, even before we've entered. She knows where we are and loves it! Of course, then it's not so fun to take her out of the swing and back home, but it's amazing how much joy it brings her. This photo shoot happened to be on the weekend, so it was an extra bonus having Dad there!
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
11 Months
I was just looking at my pregnancy journal and was reading what we were doing a year ago. There was a lot going on....
This time last year we had traveled back to Colorado for my Grandma Gertie's funeral. She passed away the day after Nate's birthday and about a month before Eliana was born. She was an incredible lady and I was so sad that Eliana would not meet her. But, I do remember how much we could talk about the upcoming birth of our then 'boy or girl' and how much light it gave everyone at the time. The true cycle of life. Anyway, last week when we were in Colorado my Dad and I were talking how much Grandma Dahlgren would have loved to meet Eliana and watch her. One of the greatest moments Nate and I have had as parents has been watching our parents play with her and see the 'child' in them come back out. Although my Grandma didn't meet Elle Belle we are so lucky to have had her in our life for so long and to have been enriched by such an amazing soul. We sure do miss you, Grandma, but I know you're up there enjoying your time with Grandpa.
Also in my journal I noticed how many meals and dates Nate and I were sharing. We were definitely taking advantage of still being BC (before child) and it's fun to remember all that we were doing in preparation.
Well, now our little pumpkin is 11 months old. Her new tricks are: *using the baby walker, *cruising from object to object, *playing the guitar, *emptying the dishwasher, *sorting clothes, *climbing stairs and *learning how to push Mom and Dad's limits (i.e. blowing bubbles while eating, playing Dad's guitar and rocking the rocking chair into the fireplace).
She explores, enjoys and laughs. She still loves to read, take baths, swing, be outside and always has a huge smile when Dad gets home fro work. We are lucky to have you in our lives, Elle Belle! We love you.
Thanks for my new walker, Grandma and Grandpa! It survived the trip back from Colorado.
Up, up, up!
Nor sure what happened here, but she's not too happy
First passport; all ready for an adventure, Mom and Dad!
Getting good at this sippy cup thing
Tired (rubbing the ear) and teething (fishhook)
Daddy dressed me for church
Miss Rosy Cheeks
Spaghetti!!
Helping Mom unload the dishwasher....oops! Those aren't clean dishes...
This time last year we had traveled back to Colorado for my Grandma Gertie's funeral. She passed away the day after Nate's birthday and about a month before Eliana was born. She was an incredible lady and I was so sad that Eliana would not meet her. But, I do remember how much we could talk about the upcoming birth of our then 'boy or girl' and how much light it gave everyone at the time. The true cycle of life. Anyway, last week when we were in Colorado my Dad and I were talking how much Grandma Dahlgren would have loved to meet Eliana and watch her. One of the greatest moments Nate and I have had as parents has been watching our parents play with her and see the 'child' in them come back out. Although my Grandma didn't meet Elle Belle we are so lucky to have had her in our life for so long and to have been enriched by such an amazing soul. We sure do miss you, Grandma, but I know you're up there enjoying your time with Grandpa.
Also in my journal I noticed how many meals and dates Nate and I were sharing. We were definitely taking advantage of still being BC (before child) and it's fun to remember all that we were doing in preparation.
Well, now our little pumpkin is 11 months old. Her new tricks are: *using the baby walker, *cruising from object to object, *playing the guitar, *emptying the dishwasher, *sorting clothes, *climbing stairs and *learning how to push Mom and Dad's limits (i.e. blowing bubbles while eating, playing Dad's guitar and rocking the rocking chair into the fireplace).
She explores, enjoys and laughs. She still loves to read, take baths, swing, be outside and always has a huge smile when Dad gets home fro work. We are lucky to have you in our lives, Elle Belle! We love you.
Thanks for my new walker, Grandma and Grandpa! It survived the trip back from Colorado.
Up, up, up!
Nor sure what happened here, but she's not too happy
First passport; all ready for an adventure, Mom and Dad!
Getting good at this sippy cup thing
Tired (rubbing the ear) and teething (fishhook)
Daddy dressed me for church
Miss Rosy Cheeks
Spaghetti!!
Helping Mom unload the dishwasher....oops! Those aren't clean dishes...
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Sleeping Beauty
No pictures or videos to post here, just a quick mention so someday I can either put it in Eliana's baby book or we can check the blog when she starts to ask what her naps were like when she was a baby...
Well, today was a first for Elle Belle....her first ever 2 hour nap! She made about 3 phantom cries throughout and just when we were about to go get her out of the crib, she stopped and fell back asleep. Our little cat napper turned sleeping, snoozing baby (at least for today, that is!!).
Well, today was a first for Elle Belle....her first ever 2 hour nap! She made about 3 phantom cries throughout and just when we were about to go get her out of the crib, she stopped and fell back asleep. Our little cat napper turned sleeping, snoozing baby (at least for today, that is!!).
Saturday, January 15, 2011
New Year's Day
Having a snack in the snow
We spent the day snowshoeing in the Cascades on a sunny but crisp New Year's. Dad even rigged a nice bandanna around Eliana's nose/cheeks so they would stay warm; sacrificing one of his layers. Then we made a pit stop at the Snoqualmie Brewery on the way home to refuel:) What a fun day to spend with Auntie Anna on New Year's!
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Christmas in Buena Vista (Part 3)
Eliana loved her first Christmas in Buena Vista spent with Nonna, Grandpa and Uncle Chance. We all had a wonderful time eating, playing and spending time outside in the beautiful Colorado weather. Two wonderful memories were of Eliana playing/chasing (I mean, tormenting) Uncle Chance (who's 14 and deaf, by the way) and the whole family snowshoeing to Tennessee Pass for lunch at the yurt. Thanks, John and Maria, we had a wonderful time.
Oh boy, I love dogs! Hi, Uncle Chance!!!
Which slippers should I try this time?
Nonna and Saint working hard on Christmas dinner
Eliana loved playing with Nonna's yak bell from Nepal, in addition to banging on the window
Thanks, Nonna and Grandpa - I love all my new toys
We were lucky to get reservations for lunch at Tennessee Pass one day; we hiked in a mile and had a wonderful meal. Eliana got to feel the high altitude and took a nap on the way back out. Thanks for a wonderful day in the snow, Nonna and Grandpa! This is the view from the lodge, just getting geared up to leave.
Lunch time!
3 generations
Making friends during lunch
Nonna and Grandpa
Mom and Dad
Rocky Mountain High (Tennessee Pass) at 10,000+ feet...and the view from our lunch spot at the yurt
Our family
Hiking out after lunch at the yurt
Eliana was worn out from the long hike
Before wrestling with Dad and seeing some dogs
Wrestling with Dad in the snow
After a visit from a pair of Golden Retrievers
Playing with Grandpa
Eliana loved reading by the fire (and so did Mom)
Me and Grandpa eating some oatmeal
The chase is on to get Uncle Chance
Almost there...
One more step...
And he's off!!
Love the reindeer bottom
Coming to get you, Uncle Chance!!
Ready for a walk in the snow
Saying good-bye to Nonna and Grandpa before the drive to the airport
Oh boy, I love dogs! Hi, Uncle Chance!!! 
Which slippers should I try this time?
Nonna and Saint working hard on Christmas dinner
Eliana loved playing with Nonna's yak bell from Nepal, in addition to banging on the window
Thanks, Nonna and Grandpa - I love all my new toys 
We were lucky to get reservations for lunch at Tennessee Pass one day; we hiked in a mile and had a wonderful meal. Eliana got to feel the high altitude and took a nap on the way back out. Thanks for a wonderful day in the snow, Nonna and Grandpa! This is the view from the lodge, just getting geared up to leave. 
Lunch time!
3 generations
Making friends during lunch
Nonna and Grandpa
Mom and Dad
Rocky Mountain High (Tennessee Pass) at 10,000+ feet...and the view from our lunch spot at the yurt
Our family
Hiking out after lunch at the yurt
Eliana was worn out from the long hike
Before wrestling with Dad and seeing some dogs
Wrestling with Dad in the snow
After a visit from a pair of Golden Retrievers
Playing with Grandpa
Eliana loved reading by the fire (and so did Mom)
Me and Grandpa eating some oatmeal
The chase is on to get Uncle Chance
Almost there...
One more step...
And he's off!!
Love the reindeer bottom
Coming to get you, Uncle Chance!!
Ready for a walk in the snow
Saying good-bye to Nonna and Grandpa before the drive to the airport
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