oh my time flies!

Eli is is almost 10 1/2 months old now. Growing like a weed and so smiley! He is just the biggest blessing. He took his first steps the other day. Thankfully Brandt and I were both there to see it. He has taken about 15 more since then, not in a row but 1-2 at a time. Not much surprise in his quick development since he literally can not hold still. He is always on the go and always getting into something (in true boy fashion). I am sure that once he really figures out this walking thing, it will be nothing but trouble!

He pretty much likes most foods, depending on the day of course. His most recent discovery is grapes and blueberries, he could probably eat them all day. He is working on getting his two front teeth in, and already has his bottom two in. LOVES bathes and pools. Splashing is just wonderful to him. He has mastered going up the stairs, but still very unsure how to go down them. He has learned to shake his head NO. We are working on YES, but ironically that seems to be much harder for kids. Suprise suprise. He almost has the sign for "all done" down. But half the time he is just cheering for himself!

He will talk up a storm with you, saying things like mama, dada, baba.... He also LOVES to be chased. Mostly with the vacuum. Brandt discovered this fun game one day when he was trying to get some chores done and all Eli wanted to do was play. Eli tried so hard to get Amos to chase him, but Amos wants nothing to do with it unless it involves Eli's leftovers. :)

Semi-Recent news for the Booram's life: we moved at the end of May. Loving our new house! Amos is very much enjoying a yard and more space to stretch his legs. Broadripple has been so fun. So many great activities that are just a walk away. Brandt and I are really into the farmers market and walking/ride bikes where ever we can! We will be so sad when the nice weather is over, but luckily we have lots more still to come!

Summer has been a blast so far. Brandt, Eli and I went to Baltimore and visited my sister katie and her family! It was os much fun to see their new life! Their house is beautiful and Baltimore is such a cool city to live in. Loved getting to be so close to the bay and who doesn't love crab?!?! I miss them dearly, but glad to know we can always drive and visit!

Up coming events: Eli's 1st birthday is approaching fast and we are very excited! I can't believe he is going to be 1 soon! I can't believe how fast time goes! What isn't fun about planning a 1st birthday party? I will totally post some pictures afterwards! Here is an old one for you: This literally feels like yesterday!

Hopefully the posts will be a little more consistent from here on out!