Eli's new sandbox

The night before Aiden's arrival, Grams decided that Eli needed a sandbox to play in. While we were at the hospital, she and Jamie put it together in Daddy's office. Eli played with bristle blocks as the "pretend sand". Once we arrived home, it was moved to the back porch and real sand was put in it. Eli loves playing in the sand.... just like any toddler does!

This has two sides... blue side for water and the red side for sand. We haven't put water in it yet.... that will be a whole new adventure for us!

thank you Grams for the sandbox!

Arriving Home...

We were discharged from the hospital on Thursday, April 8th around 8am. Jer and I decided not to call and let Grams know we were on our way so we could surprise them. Sure enough, Eli was awake and playing in Daddy's office when we walked in. It sure was nice to see his smile. Our hospital stay was my first night away from Eli and it was really hard for me. As I said in my previous post, Eli and I are always together! He welcomed Aiden with smooches and hugs.

First Visitors

Aiden had several hospital visitors during our two night stay....

Our first pic as a family of four!

Gretchen stopped by on her lunch break...
Megan came by after her shift at the hospital....

Abby and Jarrett came by after work....Abby is such a natural momma! She knew just how to soothe Aiden!

Nanna introduced Eli to Aiden. This was a pic that was too precious not to post! He has learned some new "attitude" faces and practiced some at the hospital!

I am hoping this look is a "don't mess with my little brother!"

meeting Aiden....

the two Moffitt grandbabies and their grandmothers.... picture perfect!

Aiden meeting Papa James

first moments with Grams

meeting Aunt Tracy

cuddling with Crazy Uncle Michael

posing with Daddy and Uncle Jamie

Nanna was there for Aiden's arrival... just as she was with Eli. Daddy was glad to have someone else there to keep him company during the day of waiting.

Thank you, Nanna, for being there for us! We love you!

Mommy's school principal, Mr. Campbell, stopped by to meet the newest member of the Ellisor Elementary family.

"Thank you" for all who came to visit, called, and kept us in your thoughts. Aiden is a snuggly, healthy, happy baby boy. We are truly blessed.

Welcome Baby Aiden!!

When they placed you in my arms... you slipped into my heart

Our newest member of the Moffitt family arrived!

Aiden Kyle Moffitt

April 6, 2010

3:00 p.m.

7 lbs, 9oz

20 1/4 inches long

our fist moments captured....

Aiden showed to be very sweet from the moment he arrived....

here he is holding a nurses finger.

one very proud Daddy.....

first bath....

Aiden came out in style...

before his "grand entrance", Dr. Hampton gave him a faux hawk right before our last push!

At 39 weeks and 3 days, we were induced. Everything went as planned and was picture perfect of how birth should be. Aiden came out within 6 minutes of pushing and tinkled on Momma as soon as he was placed on her tummy! I call that true love! Only tinkle on those you love! haha

Last moments of just us....

Well, as you all know, I am really behind in blogging. However, I can't just move on and announce Aiden's arrival without a farewell to those "Eli and Mommy only" moments.

For 18 months it has been just the two of us...well, Daddy is here too. But Moms and Babes have a special bond. It may be just because we carry them in our bodies for 9 1/2 months then bring them into the world, feed, nurture, and love them. Eli and I have been inseparable since his arrival. He has gone pretty much everywhere with me. Very few times would I go somewhere without him on my hip or in the stroller. And oh.... I love him so much! The love that Eli and I share is immeasurable. I never knew that I could love someone so much. He brings such joy to our hearts and home. When we have a bad day, he is there to make us smile.

I cherish the moments we have had as a family of three and welcome the new adventures and times as a family of four.

Eli James Moffitt... we love you so much and look forward to those moments as a family with two loving boys to make us smile, giggle, and drive us nuts at the same time!
p.s. Thank you Chelette for taking the time to capture our special moments as Mommy and Son and soon-to-be little brother!

Happy Easter!

The Easter Bunny arrived at the Moffitt's! When Eli came downstairs for breakfast we gave him his basket that the bunny left for him. Eli wasn't too sure of what to think of it at first... but once he started digging in the basket, he was happy!

Balls!
his very own Lightening McQueen cell phone!

This is a definite gadget boy!

Cool summer shades to go with his new swim trunks and top!

We didn't do much for Easter this year since we were thinking Aiden would arrive anytime. Grams and Uncle Jamie met up with us at the Woodlands Pavilion for Easter at the Pavilion. WE thought there would be an egg hunt after the service and there wasn't....which turned out to be okay since the grounds were wet and it was muggy out. The service was 2 hours long so Eli was ready for a nap anyway. Later in the day we played egg hunt in the house and he didn't mind!

Bubbles with Daddy

Daddy brought home a suprise for Eli....bubble machine and bubbles! Eli has finally discovered the fun of chasing bubbles and popping them.

It made for a fun Easter weekend outdoors as a family.

Keeping those ears protected

Getting tubes has been a blessing for Eli and his parents. So far, a month later, he has had no signs of ear infections! On windy days following the procedure, we put a hat on over Eli's ears. He didnt seem to mind much and looked way cute!

38 weeks and Ready for Aiden

Well, we are 38 weeks and one day today (March 28th). I didn't think we would make it this long and we have. Aiden seems to be really comfy in the belly. I have been teasing that he is "one stuck duck in the muck" like Eli's book. At 35 weeks, I was dilated to a 2 and 30% effaced. Then at 36 weeks, I was dilated at a 3 (almost a 4). Last week at 37 weeks, I was dilated to a 4 and 50% effaced. Dr. Hampton set us up for April 6th induction if he is still twiddling his thumbs and not wanting to make an appearance.

During Spring Break I walked, jumped, jogged, shopped, and did all that I could to tempt Aiden. After much griping and whining, I had to return to work last week. It seems that all the "action" that I was getting from Aiden (contractions, pressure, etc) went to a halt. I guess he realized that Momma didn't want to go into labor during class nor mid-week! I would rather finish what I started than stop mid week for the sub to come in.

Well it is Sunday... the day is about halfway over with. So I am starting my whining and griping again. I do not want to go to work tomorrow!

Jeramy has been working on the yard and flower beds this weekend and Eli and I have been running around playing. This afternoon we will be out and about again to try to get this labor stuff happening and spend some family time together.

Eli has been quite a ham this weekend. He is definitely spoiled rotten! He has a little temper in him that is a bit frustrating.... but totally cute at the same time. We end up smiling or giggling when he throws a fit (we know we shouldn't but its still funny!) He even said "love you" last night to Jeramy when he was going to bed. He has said it several times today as well. His verbal skills are coming on quick and it is so fun to watch him learn new words and explore using them.

I can't wait to see how Eli does with Aiden. I know he will be jealous at first, but love him and take great brotherly care of him. Babies come when they want... yes I know... but I am hoping for today!

Ear Tubes Day

Eli had a bummer of a way to spend his St. Patrick's Day. He had an appointment at Texas Children's Hospital in downtown Houston at 7am to get tubes placed in his ears. Actually, he had an appointment at 9am, but we had to be there at 7 for prep and just in case we got to start the surgery earlier.

So all in all, Eli's day started at 5:30am. He is just like his momma, hates early mornings! I woke him up early so he could drink some sprite or water before our 6am deadline. Momma, Daddy, Nanna, and Eli were all out the door and in the car by 6am.

Sure enough, the docs had an opening at 8:30am and started Eli's surgery. Eli did very well in the surgery and was done in less than 15 minutes. The hardest part was handing Eli off to the doctor and nurses for them to take him back to put him under and do the procedure. What a scary thing for a momma to do! I wanted to be there by his side in case something went wrong! Of course, they prep you with all the horrible scenarios that could happen...so it makes things worse! In the end, Eli did great and was in recovery soon. He must have thought it was my fault because he only wanted Daddy and Nanna in recovery. He threw a fit when I held him and reached for Daddy. The nurse told me that once he settled down and drank some juice, we could go home. So out I went and in came Nanna so we could get him settled.

He slept the whole way home and snuggled in Nanna's arms for a couple hours when we got home. Then as the nurses described... wahla! a new kid appeared! Eli was a new man and all over the place, dancing, and singing, and being a hoot!

Eli is doing well and we hope the tubes work their magic and end our bouts of ear infections.

Little man Eli in his hospital pj's and acting silly!

This was the look we received when we asked for Momma's phone back....

He was in such good spirits that he even vacuumed the living room!