Category: Eleanor

Eleanor had a fun week with a bunch of firsts: First time opening a closed door First time singing a song First time making her monkey sound with two syllables “ooh ahh” instead of just “Ahh” On Saturday we picked up our Christmas tree, but Eleanor was unimpressed.  She didn’t even seem to wonder where…

Eleanor celebrated Thanksgiving at Great Grandma’s house, and had fun hanging out with all of her Cousins, Aunts, Uncles, and Grandparents.  She was able to participate in Thanksgiving dinner for the first time, but didn’t love any of the items that she tried – not even the mac and cheese.  I think she was just…

Grandma came into town for a visit this week, and Eleanor was very excited to show Grandma some new tricks: First time eating peanut butter First time opening the “Lion” door (requires twisting a knob) First time saying the word “eyes” First time scooting on her Dinosaur by herself (mostly backwards) Eleanor is also starting…

Eleanor turned 15 months old today!  She started the week by celebrating Halloween at her friend’s house, where they close the street for a few hours so that kids can trick-or-treat.  They had a beautiful golden retriever who Eleanor was pleased to meet.   Instead of trick-or-treating, Eleanor preferred to just step up and down off the…

Eleanor maximized her costume time this week by participating in two Halloween parties, and Halloween is still coming up tomorrow!  She dressed up as a monkey, a costume that she choose herself.  While walking down the aisle at target, Eleanor got very excited pointing and making monkey sounds when she saw the costume on the…

Eleanor had her first weekend without Mom and Dad this week, with Aunt Lary, Mimi and Papa staying over and assuming the parental duties.  By all accounts, everyone had a great time.  For firsts this week, Aunt Lary taught her the word “bump”, and Mimi Sheri held her hand as she walked all the way…