Memorial Day Weekend...

This was pretty much the gist of Ella's Memorial Day weekend...Swimming...
Swimming... Ba Ba with Daddy...
more swimming...

Hope everyone had a nice weekend! Bring on Summer!

Ella and Gavin Take DC...

Ella and her cousin Uncle Gavin spent last weekend in Washington DC, where Uncle Daniel graduated from George Washington University with his Masters Degree.Immediately, they had to make all kinds of appearances. They christened the new Choo Choo on University Campus... When they arrived at the graduation, Aunt Mo gave Gavin directions to the podium...
As he was the guest speaker. He spoke about the many possibilities available to the graduates, and all that is ahead. He was eloquent.
Ella and Gavin could not be more proud of their Uncle Daniel! Congratulations!

Da Da Day...

Due to the fact that Ella's favorite word is Da Da, we're going to assume it translates (loosely) to Mommy- at least for Mother's Day.

So, Happy Da Da Day all you Mommy's out there!

Mutual of Westwood's Wild Kingdom

While hiking through the woods of west, we stumble upon the very rare Babyous Bearous and her companion Stuffedous Bearous.
In trying to approach the species, we appear to have angered the Babyous Bearous, so we find it safer to slowly back away, and leave her to continue her romp.
Babyous Bearous begins her daily hygiene routine of cleaning her Stuffedous counter part. Later, Bearous Stuffedous will return the favor.

We found them to be a friendly, happy breed. As long as they are allowed to frolic and play as they see fit. We feel very lucky for getting a glimpse into their very rare and interesting world...

Double the Grandmothers, Double the Fun...

Ella wants to say "Thank You" to Grammy and MomMom for a fun-filled weekend while Mommy and Daddy went camping!
She had the best time! We love you!

Zzzzzzzzz

nar·co·lep·sy[nahr-kuh-lep-see]
a condition characterized by frequent and uncontrollable periods of deep sleep.*


*Prior to this, Mommy came into the room to find Ella standing, yes standing, in her crib. Mommy then decided to drop the mattress. While Mommy was doing that, Ella sat on the floor and attempted to pull herself up using the changing table, and nearly pulled it down on top of herself. When the crib was deemed safe, Ella was put in for a nap. Mommy got in the shower. While in the shower, Mommy heard a loud BOOM, and ran into Ella's room to find that she had pulled down a lamp, and the baby monitor. Mommy went back to the shower to rinse the shampoo out of her hair. When she came out, this is what she found...

Happy Birthday, Dear Grammy!

Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday, dear Grammy!

Happy birthday to you!

Now, let's eat cake! I'd like my piece without fire and wax, please! Thank you!

Here comes Peter Cottontail...

On Easter morning, Ella ran down the stairs (with Daddy) to see if Peter Cottontail brought her a basket full of goodies. He did! She ripped open her basket only to find...

Biter Biscuits (not a favorite)...
Some pink garbage for her head...and some sweet, sweet shades from her cousin, Uncle Gavin!

In all, a very successful basket, as baskets go!

Happy Easter everyone!

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They have wonderful swings*...

(*Daddies not included)

tiny little hippos to ride (and they don't even move),

and beautiful scenery (again, get your own daddy)...

Did I mention the swings?

Ella loves the Van Saun Park and Zoo.... Bring on Spring!

Irish Eyes....

When Irish eyes are smilin'... (parade #1) Sure it's like a mornin' spring... (parade #3)
in the lilt of Irish laughter... (parade #2)
you can hear the angels sing... When Irish hearts are happy, all the world seems bright and gay... And when Irish eyes are smilin', sure they steal your heart away!

Happy St. Paddy's Day everyone!

I Choo Choo Choose You, and You, Too!

For her very first Valentine's Day, Ella was in a little bit of a predicament...Was her Valentine Daddy...
or Elmo?

In the end, there's no question...
Daddy will always be Ella's one and only Valentine!!!

Beware!

Hold onto your lunches, ladies and gentlemen... Ella's just itchin' to try out her new tooth...

Double Ella Trouble...

Until recently, Ella Kathleen has ruled the school....

Until...

She met...

Ella Elizabeth...

Ella Kathleen has met her match...

*Here's a fun fact: Ella Elizabeth's parents are Catherine and Josh as well... Looks like Mommy and Daddy have met their match too!

Inked

Here's the first photo of Jachee's tattoo in honor of Ella Kathleen. It's a Hamsa (a Jewish symbol of protection) with the baby's hand print inside. The eye was actually taken from a photo of Ella. The Hebrew letters represent her Hebrew name Sima (for Josh's MomMom Sylvia), and Milka (for Josh's grandmother Mildred). The center letters are her initials Ella Kathleen (named for Grammie) Goodman.
The design was one that Josh came up with, and Andrew O'Melia put together and made happen. Thanks Andrew! Your talent is endless, and Josh couldn't be happier! Andrew can be reached for any creative design needs at andrew.omelia@cox.net or see some of his designs at www.myspace.com/andrewomelia.

Ladies and Gentlemen...

After weeks of waiting...
and many toys eaten...
we have a TOOTH*!!!!!!!!

*photos to follow (can see it so much as feel it yet)

Take Your Ella to Work Day...

Daddy got to show off his little girl at the office recently, and she pretty much took over. Here she is sitting in Daddy's chair. She actually said that she's calling the shots from now on. Here she is with Jen (who is practicing because she's expecting a little one herself). Ella decided to have a seat at Jen's desk, and make some very important phone calls. People were bossed around, decisions were made. I actually think it was Ella who made the decision that Cingular would be the New AT&T...OOOPS!