Eleanor Ann - 2.5 Years

Eleanor has such a fun personality I thought it was important to write down some things as she turned 2 1/2. 

- She has so much energy and runs everywhere.

- Loves all things princesses, Minnie Mouse and sharks.

- LOVES the color pink.

- Favorite foods include: applesauce, yogurt, peaches, pears, pb & j sandwiches, quesadillas, grilled cheese, fruit snacks and cupcakes.

- Ellie is very social and says hi to everyone. 

- Has a very good imagination and we love to hear her play with her dolls.

- Is showing an interest in using the potty and we hope to start potty training this week.

- Hates being dirty and has to wash her hands several times during meals.

- Loves being outside, especially helping daddy in the yard.

- Talks constantly and has quite a large vocabulary.

- Loves her baby sister and is very protective of her.

She told me it is a shark.

Leonard Family Fun

Right after we got back from our trip to San Diego, my family started coming into town. We were still missing two siblings, but it was fun to have all nine grand kids together for the first time. 

Scarlett and cousin Grafton, only two months apart.

Giant marshmallow fun.

Three youngest: Scarlett (abt 9 months), Zac (abt 5 months), Grafton (abt 11 months)

Scarlett laying a big wet one on Zac.

Four generations (Scarlett finally meeting her Great Grandma Stewart)

Surprise 60th Birthday party for my Dad.

Curiosity Museum

Scarlett - 9 Months

Our happy little girl is already nine months! Here are a few stats and pictures.

Weight 13 lbs 0.5 oz - 1%

Length 25 3/4 in - 3%

Head 43 cm - 27%

- Started army crawling June 23 (about 8.5 months)

- Still eats solids like a champ, drinks from a sippy cup and nurses 4-5 times a day.

- First time on an airplane June 16

- First trip to the beach June 16

- First time in the pool June 19 (loved it)

- Enjoys standing up while holding on to furniture. 

- Starting to play by herself on the floor. 

- Still loves mommy and has a hard time being held by others. 

- Shrieks in excitement when she sees Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.

- Loves to pull her sister's hair.

- First camping trip.

Independence Day

Fourth of July weekend we spent up in Logan Canyon with some of Kevin's immediate and extended family. I am still recovering from all the bug bites, but it was a really nice weekend getaway. Kevin and Eleanor camped the first night while Scarlett and I slept at Kevin's brother's house. Eleanor had a hard time with all the bugs and dirt at first, but finally warmed up to the concept of camping. She didn't want to sleep in the tent the second night so she slept with me.

We watched fireworks from Scott and Kristen's on the 3rd and had a patriotic program the night of the 4th. It was great to spend time with family and see Eleanor play with her cousins.

Scarlett loves her cousin Kate.

Am I too young for makeup, Mom?

Sisterly love 

 

Building a snowman.

Scarlett got to nap in the tent.

Grandpa got her wet.

Snoozing away.