Eli's Journey

First, accept my apology for such a long stint between posts. If I could describe our lives this last bit: we've been chasing our tails. Sophia broke her arm two weeks ago. She has a bright pink cast from wrist to above her elbow. She managed to take a flying leap off of the neighbor's driveway drop on her sit-down scooter. Ask her the story, it is quite animated. I believe she has even greater empathy for her sweet baby boy...not that she lacked points in that area. Elijah has started asking for "Yum Yum." Yes, people, Eli is asking to eat!!!!!!! This is a HUGE accomplishment for our child. Those of you new to his blog...he received a feeding tube at 4 weeks old because he threw up everything we put in his tummy. Turns out he was allergic to his formula, but having the g-tube helped us focus on other things knowing all along we could feed Elijah without his cooperation. It has been a blessing, but it isn't something we want him to have for life. Tonight he dipped...

Elijah will feed himself. He dips his fingers into his bowl of baby food goodness and licks it off. Then he discovers splashing in the baby food and making a real mess, but I certainly cannot get upset with him for getting friendly with food. So, he makes a giant mess, but he eats some of it and that's all it takes for him to get away with his splashes and giggles. (we have video of this...but you'll have to pester David for that post) Eli has also learned to climb small steps solo. He has such balance that even a professional ballerina would envy. He's learned it for survival and uses it well. Eli has been double flu vaccinated...as has Sophia. I've received seasonal only...David none. These are not easy things to come by this time of year so I'm very pleased with our progress on that front. Eli has enjoyed fall break with his favorite sister. Sophia has entertained many friends in the last four days and Eli's been right in the middle of it. Eli will babble awa...

Surprise! We're in Florida giving our daughter her dose of undivided attention. We left the day after mini laps and are nearing the end. Granna flew in to care for Elijah for the week. Thanks, Anna. Grandma Bobbie and Grandpa Marvin pitched in too. Thanks! We have been flying through Peter Pan's world and dancing with the stars of High School Musical...you guessed it, we are in Disney and loving every second of it. We'll be home soon and share pics of our much-needed escape. We all miss Eli so much, but this break has been a real pleasure. And, knowing Eli was well cared for in our absence made for a great trip. Love you all. Please pray for our safe return. Blessings, Melissa