First Thanksgiving

Eli had a wonderful Turkey Day! We traveled to Beaumont to Grams and Papa James' house. Great Grandpa, Pa, was there along with Great Uncle Roy. They traveled all the way from Waco to visit. Uncle Jamie was very excited to see Baby Eli and gave him lots of lovin'. We also visited the Matsuda's (Grams neighbor) and Eli hung out with Lucas.



Here is Eli being held by Ronald and being entertained by Lucas. Lucas is such a handsome boy! Ladies watch out!



Eli was talking to Pa and telling the first Thanksgiving. He told Pa everything he knew about the Pilgrims. He is soooo smart!

Eli and Uncle Roy hanging out Eli and Uncle Jamie hanging out. Eli loved watching the fan on the ceiling

This "Captain Adorable" (thank you Tina and Stacy) played and played on the floor. He was the center of attention. We were all very thankful for this little blessing we had join the family. Mommyhood is sooo amazing. He lights up my every moments

Eli visits Magnolia High

Eli and Mommy visited Magnolia High to bring Chelette some goodies for Jaden. It was Senior Cake Signing day and Eli loved the smell of the vanilla cake! It was a day for the Seniors to fill out what their plans are for college and get a piece of cake.

He was adored by many passing by students and faculty members. He then went to Chelette's office (College and Career Center) and decided that he would "sign" for SFA where Mommy went. (Although Daddy prefers that he attends Texas A&M like him)
Mr. Hibner, the Senior Class Assistant Principal, snuggled Eli as well. Mommy was impressed how Mr. Hibner grabbed the GermX before she even had to ask him to!

Eli goes to Ellisor

Eli went to Mommys school to meet her friends on Monday. He even had his first official visit to the principals office where he received his first swats!

I sure hope this keeps him in line for a while! Eli with Mommy's switch class-- Mrs. Wilson's homeroom
Eli with Mommy's homeroom class

Eli with the 3rd grade team

(Note how Susan is in love and doesn't take her eyes off of him for the picture!)

Eli with Mrs. Barrington at the front desk

Weekend at the McGarity's

Well, we survived our weekend away! We arrived Friday evening around 8:30pm at Sean & Jenn's (& "big boy" Justin's) house in Canyon Lake. Their new home is absolutely beautiful! Dean even came to hangout on Saturday night and we all took an "excursion" thru the woods. Eli hung on tight to mommy in the BabyBjorn as she climed a little hill while Mr. Dean was sliding down in in front of her!
Justin had Jeramy wrapped around his finger all weekend. Anytime he asked Jeramy to play a game, he did it. Also, Justin was also very fond of Eli. He was a great help in burping Eli and even checked on him from time to time as Eli slept in his pack-n-play. I can't wait to see the two of them playing together in a few years in the woods and building forts! Jenn and Sean both bonded with Eli and spoiled him rotten. He received lots and lots of smooches and snuggles from both.
Sad to say-- I am a TERRIBLE mommy! I took only a couple of pictures Friday night when we got there and never picked up the camera again! I only took a couple of pics of Sean holding Eli for the first time. By the time I remembered to take pictures, we were already in the car and loaded up in the driveway to leave on Sunday. So here are the only shots taken this weekend..... next time, I will focus on catching those memories on film.

Have Baby... Will Travel

Eli and Mommy have been on the road a lot lately. At 7 weeks old, he is a great travelin' man! On Monday, we made a road trip to Beaumont to see Papa James. He had an apendectomy last Friday and was in the hospital. Papa James is doing better and will hopefully go home this weekend.

Here is Eli telling Grams that he really, really hopes Papa James gets well soon

Tuesday, Eli had his first playdate in Liberty at Lizzies house. Lizzie and Eli are only 4 days apart. Lizzie, Eli, and their mommys went to eat at Chili's and then went back to the house to hang out.

Eli with Lizzie's Mommy, Chris Rayburn

Eli and Lizzie

Last week, the two met for the first time. They went to Olive Garden for their first lunch date

This weekend, the Moffitt Trio will be traveling to Canyon Lake/San Antonio to visit the McGarity's and their new "mansion".

Eli does great in the car...... he snoozes and sometimes Mommy can hear his snoring from the drivers seat!

6 weeks and a rash, oh my!!

Eli and Mommy met Auntie Di at Babbins for lunch on Wednesday. He was so good in the restaurant and was staring at all the big fish hanging from the ceiling.

Mommy had peanut butter for the first time since the beginning of her pregnancy. She had indigestion every time she had it while Eli was in the womb so she only tried PB twice. Monday night, Mommy had PB for the first time since Eli was born and oops-- now he has the HIVES!! He went to visit Dr. Vadala today and was told to keep an eye on it and no more peanut butter-- Eli must be allergic! Poor baby! He seems to feel fine. He has been a happy camper all day. He just has this ugly red rash all over.

see the red rash on the neck, face, arms?? Poor Baby Eli

5 weeks

Eli met Mrs. Ali, our neighbor, on Sunday and received lots of love. Aunt Debbie and family came to see Eli. This was the first time for cousins, Justin and Ryan to meet Eli. Eli was one loved little boy on Sunday!Eli met Mrs. Ali, our neighbor on Sunday and received lots of love. Aunt Debbie and family came to see Eli. This was the first time for cousins, Justin and Ryan to meet Eli. Eli was one loved little boy on Sunday!

Eli and Mrs. Ali

Cousin Sidney and Eli hanging out
Cousin Justin and Eli

Cousin Ryan and Eli

Aunt Debbie Baby Eli

Moffitt Family Photos

We had the Moffitt family photos taken Nov 8th.

Eli with his Mommy and Daddy

Eli getting lots of smooches from Aunt Tracy and Mommy... he wasnt too happy

Eli with Aunt Tracy and Mommy

Eli and his Uncle Jamie

One month photos!

Nanna and Mommy took Eli to JC Penny on October 28th for his one month photo shoot! Here are some of the pics... He is very photogenic!

Happy Halloween!

Eli's first Halloween! We will take him trick-or-treating next year... this year, we handed out candy.

Time Flies!

Can you believe that Eli is one month old? It seems like it was just last week that we brought him home from the hospital. I guess time flies when you are having fun!


Eli has grown so much and changes every day. He has developed an attitude (wonder where he got that from??) and he hates waking up in the mornings. It takes him atleast 20 minutes of grunting, groaning, and stretching before he can even attempt to open his little eyes. Sometimes I lay there and watch and giggle.... sometimes, I join in --and, I myself, try to avoid waking up!


Eli has had a wonderful month of visitors and snuggles. Chelette brought her new bundle of joy to visit, Jaden Thomas Michael Stephenson, and the two boys bonded. Eli even went on a weekend trip to Waco for a wedding. He met Pa (his Great Grandpa in Waco) and received the sweetest kisses ever! When he came back, he had a week of Grandma's.... first Nanna, then Grams! He had a grand 'ol time with them.

Eli had a major "hungry hippo" week or so-- between weeks 2 and 4.... growth spurt and I had to dip into our "supply closet of milk" because I couldn't keep up with his every hour to 45 minute feedings! We are now over that -- thank goodness!! I plan to take him for a weight check this coming week. I cant wait to see how much he has gained! His little pot belly is too cute & his thighs are filling out.... not so chicken legged anymore!

Visitors!

Nanna and Pops came to visit with some out-of-town guests!!! Nanna, Pops, and Will brought Tyler, Logan, Jess, and the other new addition-- ASHER!!! Nanna had all three of her grankids together.

Two weeks old!

Mommy took me to my two week old doc appt on Tuesday, Oct 14th. Dr Vadala said I am doing great! I weighed 6lbs, 13.5 oz and now I am 20 1/2 inches long. Here are a couple pics of me as an official 2 week old! I was a happy camper!
After my doctor appointment, mommy and I went to the hospital to meet Jenn and James' new addition, Brooke. The day wasn't over... once home, Susan came to visit and so did the Johnston's. It was an exciting day!