Thursday, July 12, 2012

Terrific Two!

Eli celebrated a big birthday ("two! two!," as Eli would tell you) with a long weekend of family fun, and now here is an almost equally long post to share some stories and pictures!

Grandma and Grandpa B were in town for a few days, and Eli took advantage of their time with him to show them some of his favorite places to play - the children's museum and the Brasel pool.

Grandpa B is an expert tower-builder

Lovely afternoon at the pool

This is as close to swimming as Eli came that day


On his actual birthday, Eli started the day with pancakes made by Mommy, opened a few presents, met some friends at the splash pad, and enjoyed having Daddy home on a day off. All in all, a pretty great first day of being two!


Our happy birthday boy 

 - "How old are you, Eli?"
- "Two! Two!"

Ready to roll! 

Opening presents from Mommy and Daddy (note the screwdriver...Eli used it to open all his presents that morning. That is one versatile tool!)

We did more reading than splashing at the splash pad.

Love these little boys in their hats

A birthday kiss from Bree

Big smiles after his birthday kiss

Not so sure what he thinks about his mini ice cream pie...

Results are in...it is yummy!

Helping Grandpa B assemble the new lawnmower


Eli is one lucky boy, as he got to celebrate his second birthday with lots of family and friends at an Elmo birthday party. The Elmo balloons are still a source of excitement this week...for Eli and the cats (never underestimate the joy and universal appeal of a helium balloon).

Checking out his birthday sign

 Having a serious snack and coloring break with Aunt C before the party gets going

This birthday boy loves to rock!

One of the Elmo balloons

Family picture

Dinner date with D

Elmo cake


Mmm...cake...

Waiting patiently to start opening presents

Trying out the new bat and tee with Daddy

Making bubbles with Mimi and Grandpa

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