Category: Henry

Henry turned 11 months old this week! He has really been enjoying his mobility, and Eleanor continues to be surprised that suddenly things are no longer out of his reach. These days Henry seems to be most interested in whatever Eleanor is doing. He took his first trip to the library this week for story…

Eleanor and Henry had a fun week relaxing at home, and enjoying some unseasonable warm days at the park.  Henry got his first pair of real shoes, and was practicing using them on the slide at the park.  I think he is just about ready to do the slide all by himself – if we…

Henry celebrated his first Halloween this week! Henry, I think, was mostly confused as to why he had a banana sewed to his sleeve. Eleanor was also a bit confused, but because we kept telling her to go up to strangers, say “Trick or Treat”, and then pick out some candy.  I think she enjoyed…

This week Henry and Eleanor continued their exploration of Virginia Beach.  Eleanor really enjoyed her new inflatable travel bed which she used instead of a crib.  She spent most nights sleeping in the same room as Lala, and she never got out of bed before morning.   She also loved playing with cousin Saul, especially playing…

This week, Henry decided it was time to get up and go.  On Monday he was scooting just a little bit, and experimenting with the idea, and by Tuesday he was up to full speed.  Mom and Dad were thrilled with his new trick – although we did find it a bit ironic that he…