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Long legs

Posted on February 27, 2008 by betsy

IMG_1576.JPG, originally uploaded by griffey. Eliza’s one-piece outfits are quickly becoming too short. Time to go shopping soon. It’s kind of hard to find clothes for baby girls without the following annoyances: ruffles (especially on the butt!) a collar that … Continue reading →

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Exploring the world

Posted on February 25, 2008 by betsy

IMG_1553.JPG, originally uploaded by griffey. Eliza is starting to “use” her hands more. If you offer her something, she will grab onto it for a while. Here, she explores the interesting textures of a “Taggies” book, a wonderful gift from … Continue reading →

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meeting Papaw

Posted on February 23, 2008 by betsy

IMG_1511.JPG Originally uploaded by griffey Eliza met Papaw (my dad) for the first time yesterday. They became fast friends, especially because Papaw sang and talked to her a lot. He was amazed at how much she smiles and how bright … Continue reading →

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My hands work!

Posted on February 20, 2008 by betsy

Eliza is learning to bat at things with her hands. She’s not great at it yet, but it’s fun to watch her work at it. Finally, all those things that hang down from all the baby gear are useful!!! And … Continue reading →

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The cousins

Posted on February 18, 2008 by betsy

IMG_1445.JPG, originally uploaded by griffey. Here is a great pic of Eliza and cousin Parker, both right around 9 weeks old, hanging out at Nana’s house. Eliza is dainty compared to the big guy. They’re both absolutely adorable and starting … Continue reading →

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Eliza's big day out

Posted on February 15, 2008 by betsy

IMG_1405.JPG, originally uploaded by griffey. Eliza is 2 months old today! I had to take her to a departmental meeting, unfortunately. And then we got stuck in the elevator on the way out. No, I’m not kidding. She could sense … Continue reading →

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Kickin' it old school

Posted on February 13, 2008 by betsy

IMG_1357.JPG, originally uploaded by griffey. Eliza is loving her new crib toy. It plays music and animal sounds when you kick it. She’s just starting to kick a lot, so this toy is perfect. I don’t know that she’s doing … Continue reading →

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Eliza's new friend

Posted on February 8, 2008 by betsy

Eliza has a new friend: Amelia Anne Gunnels, born 2/7/08 (less than 8 weeks after Eliza!). Welcome to the world, Amelia! Eliza (and I) can’t wait to meet you. And huge congrats to mommy, daddy, and big brother. A trip … Continue reading →

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First walk

Posted on February 6, 2008 by betsy

IMG_1207.JPG, originally uploaded by griffey. Because it was unseasonably warm, Eliza took her first walk yesterday afternoon! She seemed to enjoy it, but she was a little shocked by the sunlight (our house tends to be dark, due to an … Continue reading →

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Stuffy baby nose

Posted on February 4, 2008 by betsy

Lately, Eliza has a seriously stuffy nose when she wakes up in the mornings. The doctor has suggested saline drops in her nose and a humidifier in her room. So Jason is making a pit stop on the way home … Continue reading →

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