Eli Posturing

The warm weather in St. Louis continued today. Yesterday we took full advantage. Shelby and I walked Triscuit around her parents' neighborhood in the morning. In spite of Triscuit's ongoing foot issues, he was excited to sniff the trees and explore a new area. 

Eli also had a series of new adventures. First we met with our friends Lauren and Jeff (along with their 1 year-old Elizabeth). It was our first time meeting Elizabeth and a pleasant reminder of what we can expect in about a year. We then visited Grandma and Grandpa's store where Eli was the center of attention for more than an hour. 

After we returned home, Shelby, Grandma, and I walked Triscuit and Eli down to the nearest playground. At first we had to help another family retrieve a remote controlled airplane from a tree, but then we were able to spend time on the swing, the slide, and the tall tornado slide. Gail and Shelby were a little concerned when I brought Eli all the way up the tornado slide, but that just heightened their relief when we made it down safely. Perhaps most importantly, Eli seemed to enjoy himself, provided I didn't swing too high.

Today was spent at Grandma and Grandpa's house. Shelby's friend Julie visited with Eli over lunch. Later, her friends Gena (along with husband John and 1 year old Leah) and Mandy (along with her husband Mike and their 3 year old Max and 1 year old Evie) turned the house into toddler central. Four babies and toddlers in the house at once was a little chaotic - particularly since all the toddlers were very wary of Triscuit. For his part, Triscuit was mild mannered and inquisitive. It was a good day to spend inside, as the warm weather gave way to torrential rain and gale force winds. 

Tomorrow we expect to spend the day with Grandma and Grandpa. We might go shopping, or we might simply hang around the house.