Baby Talk

Here is some footage of Ellie talking.  It is too funny.  She sounds like she is getting upset, but she is not.  She found her voice several weeks ago, and has been using it ever since!

You Might Be a Redneck If...

Your crib is on blocks...or paint cans.  You got it, folks.  This was Ellie's crib last weekend after she got her very first cold.  I asked my father-in-law to find a way to elevate Ellie's bed to ease her chest congestion while she slept, and this was his solution.  Simple, right?  I really couldn't contain my laughter when I saw it at first.  But, it worked, and I am happy to say that Ellie is feeling much better.  Note the humidifier over to the right of the crib.  I am not sure which was the most help, but nonetheless, we are hopefully finished waking up in the middle of the night to a coughing baby.  I just had to share.

The Lip

Ok, I know this is a little mean, but I really think this is one of the cutest things that Ellie does.  We call it "the lip."  When she starts to get upset, she frowns and sticks that bottom lip out...

It cracks us up every time.  It is just too adorable.  I know it may seem a little strange that we get such a kick out of our child getting upset, but you just have to see it.  Here is a picture my mom took with her cell phone.  It isn't very clear, but you get the idea.

We are doing pretty well right now.  Ellie is four months old and it growing fast.  I am still trying to get her on a regular napping schedule during the day.  This has been extremely frustrating.  She is way too attached to her mama.  If anyone has any suggestions, I'm open.  Please call me!  I am just trying to piece together all the bits of information I can get.  Trying to figure out this parenting thing...  Ok, got to go.  Someone just woke up. :)

Ellie at Play

Here is a two minute video of Ellie having "tummy time."  The music you hear is her little octopus toy that she loves.  She always tries to climb over her boppy pillow, but as you can see, it doesn't quite work out.  Enjoy!