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IMG_0914 Originally uploaded by griffey Eliza has had the most awesome summer. It started with a return trip to Rosemary Beach, where she was about as happy as I’ve ever seen her. She fell in love with swimming there. We … Continue reading →

Stop the photos mom! Originally uploaded by griffey Eliza took her first major trip, all the way to Cleveland to see our wonderful friend Titi (Chrysty). It was a big adventure, and she handled it all with characteristic maturity and … Continue reading →

she’s freaking adorable Originally uploaded by griffey So Eliza is officially at the half-way point of her 3rd year of life. I haven’t done a “profile” in a while, so I thought it would be interesting. Favorite foods: cheese (some … Continue reading →

IMG_0407 Originally uploaded by griffey Eliza got moved to the “big kids’” class at school, which means she is now the youngest of the group. She seems to love it. She said this morning, “I don’t wanna go back to … Continue reading →

IMG_0289 Originally uploaded by griffey We made a return trip to Rosemary Beach, FL this week. Eliza was just as fearless as she was a year ago, daring King Triton to send bigger and bigger waves crashing against her as … Continue reading →

IMG_4182 Originally uploaded by griffey I think it’s adorable that Eliza is one of those kids. You know, the ones that always have a stuffed animal in tow. The thing is, with her, you never know which one she’s going … Continue reading →

IMG_9889 Originally uploaded by griffey Lately, when I turn out the light before putting Eliza to bed, she wants me to tell her a story about a little girl named Eliza. The trick is, it can’t be fictional. She wants … Continue reading →

Concentration Originally uploaded by griffey At the Chattanooga Market on Sunday, Eliza stayed at this table with giant magnets for the longest time, competing with the much older boy next to her to build the tallest tower. She was not … Continue reading →

IMG_9584 Originally uploaded by griffey Every time Eliza wakes up and sees the sunshine, she says “Yay, mommy! It’s Spring time! It’s a sunny day!” She has such a positive outlook. I think I could learn a lot from her.

IMG_0985 Originally uploaded by griffey Jason celebrated his birthday, and Eliza was happy to provide cupcakes, party hats, balloons, and singing. There’s nothing she loves more than a birthday party. Next is Easter, and she’s excited about the Easter Bunny, … Continue reading →