Daddy's Birthday

It was Brett's birthday on Tuesday. Caroline had a great time getting the cupcakes ready and helping Brett blow out the candles and open the presents. I think she had more fun with it that Brett!

Santa at the Mall

The Santa at out mall was such a grouch! He didn't even smile at Caroline or ask her what she wanted for Christmas. I had to ask her while she was on Santa's lap for her to tell him what she wanted. What a disappointment. I think we're going to see another Santa this week.

Babysitting

Caroline was so excited when she found out we were going to be babysitting our friend's daughter on Fri. night. She kept cuddling up to eight month old, Allie, and saying, "I love this baby!". Caroline was my little helper.

Eleanor Learning to Smile

Eleanor has been smiling and cooing a lot more latey. I have some video of her cooing that I'm going to try to post.

Eleanor Eight Weeks

Eleanor is already eight weeks old! I took her in for her 2 month check-up and she is doing great. She now weighs 11 lbs, 11 oz and measures 22 1/2" long. Her weight is in the 75-90%, her height is in the 50%, and her head circumference is in the 90-95%. Brett and I have been joking around that she has a big head and now it's been confirmed! That's ok, it just means she'll be really smart! : )
She is starting to sleep longer at night now, sometimes sleeping for up to 5-6 hour stretches! She is still drinking about 5 oz. each feeding at about 3-5 hours apart during the day. Eleanor (a.k.a. Ella /LB/Little B-for Little Brett since she looks just like him!) is still working on the smiling and lifting her head while lying on her tummy. When she gets it down pat, we'll be sure to post a picture.

Dress Up Time

Caroline and her friend, Lexi, were playing together and decided to dress up as "beautiful princesses"!

Caroline's Tree

Of course the lights weren't working on the bottom half of the tree, but Caroline didn't seem to notice!
She doesn't really understand yet that the ornaments need to be spread out, instead of many ornaments on the same branch!

Caroline has really been enjoying getting ready for Christmas. Last weekend she decorated a little tree we have in our foyer "all by herself"! Today Brett bought some more Christmas decorations and she wants to help him put them up when she wakes up from her nap. I'll post some pictures when they are done.