HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELI !!!!!!

Scott made Eliot some delicious cupcakes.

We didn't know if he would figure out how to eat them.

Not a problem.

Straight to the bathtub for Eliot

59A Hauptstrasse, Hirschhorn, DE

This is our new address in Germany. We have succesfully signed a lease. I have had some trouble posting photos from Germany, but here is a link to some at the realtors website:

http://www.immobilien-gs.de/Bilder/Verkauf/Haeuser/VH78/index.html


This place is a newly renovated 200 year old barn in a small village North of Kaiserslautern. The main building has been converted into two separate housing units. The photos on the website are a little confusing because they are from both units. I'll post more photos of our specific unit later.

Andy

Up, up, and away
What, did you think I wasn't going to catch you?

Look Ma, no hands!

Eliot meets Merichel

Onika and Jeff's daughter Merichel was born on the 4th of July! Eliot just wanted to play with her and didn't understand why she wasn't crawling around with him. Onika was a goddess and watched Eliot (while caring for her newborn baby) last Friday, when we got into a pinch for childcare. They all fared wonderfully, but I think Onika has decided it will be some time before Merichel gets a sibling!

Eliot's First Sushi
Just what we need...a kid with expensive taste.

Escape from the bathtub
I think Eli is trying to hide, but he doesn't blend in very well.

A play date with Noah
Hey Eliot. Excuse me, but it looks like you have two sticks and I have none.





Problem Solved.

On the wrong side of the law.
Looking good in stripes

Don't let go!!!

Eliot got a balloon when we went grocery shopping at Trader Joes. He held onto the string really tight while we were outside so the balloon got to come home with us. I bet you all know how the story ends though! :)

Kaya's Toys
Without exception, Eliot's favorite toy is always the one that Kaya is playing with. Here, Eliot has found the motherload, Kaya's toy chest.

Busted
Eliot taking advantage of Kennedy strapped into her carseat. He just wanted her ultracool cellphone.

Eli enjoying a bottle on the floor.

Shani and Murphy Came to Visit
Murphy, a beautiful 4 month old golden retriever, drove Kaya nuts.


Look who's teething too. Time for a trip to the dentist. (He doesn't have far to go)

Oops.
Looking a little unsteady. I predict he goes down.






















Yep. He's down.














































I'm back. No pain, no gain.

Eliot's Fast Lap

Eliot's Fast Lap

Watch the video

A short video of Eliot's fastest lap ever. Pretty darn close to close to the 1 minute milestone.

Eliot showing off his walking abilities to Scott and Grace

Eliot loves walking behind his wagon. We did lap after lap through the kitchen, entry room, and office today. I think the last count was 30. Neither of us should have any trouble sleeping tonight.

And Kaya decided that she wanted to go for a ride... Lazy dog.

A video of Eliot eating yogurt

A video of Eliot eating yogurt

Watch the video

Hard core learning going on here.
Looks like I interrupted. Sorry Eli.

At the playground
Renee and Eli watching the big kids play on the merry-go-round. Next year Eli. Next year.

Flexible Eliot
Must be genetic.

More bath time
You can never have to many bath photos. Right Eliot?

It's Lime Time
While Scott and Andy enjoyed some tasty margaritas last Saturday, Eli was treated to the fine cuisine of a lime wedge. I think he liked it.















Ok. Maybe Not.

Happy Easter Eli !

Waiting for Mom to come home.

Wagon Ride
Now, this is much easier than walking.

Smooth..... Real smooth.

The Peoria Crew
From Left: Ryan and Beth, Renee, Eliot and Andy, Shelley, Elsa, Nolan, Carey, Jon, Kristin, and Darren. (Ian is hiding behind Shelly) - Note..Eliot is entranced by the ceiling fan. He just loves them.




Ian and Eliot hanging out. (friends only - no brokeback mountain stuff here)



Jon and Andy hanging out. (friends only - no brokeback mountain stuff here)















Ian and Beth...sharing a moment

Pictures from Germany
Roman and I enjoying the great weather in a cafe in Rudesheim on the Rhine River












Magnificent view from atop the watchtower in Burg Lichtenberg, overlooking the town of Kusel

Guess who got a new camera lens?
Eliot was almost as excited as I was.