Weekend with Gramps

We spent Thursday to Sunday in Chicago. Here are a few observations:

1) Each time we pack with Eli, the car gets just a little bit fuller. But we need to leave space for the new toys and other accessories that we invariably bring home to Madison. We have a roof rack for the car, but even it is beginning to fill up. When the time comes to consider whether Eli should have a sibling, our inability to transport more than one baby may become a very real issue!

2) Eli is getting better every day. Better at walking, better at exploring, and better at expressing himself. He crawled around the grandparents' house and explored every nook and cranny. He played in a turtle baby pool and got to play with bubbles. A good time was had by all.

3) We went to a strawberry festival on Friday. Little town festivals are a lot more fun with small children in tow.

4) Eli ventured to the big city for the second time on Saturday. He ate outside at a restaurant on mom's lap. He ate real food. It was almost like a real meal! Within a few months, we may venture to restaurants more regularly. Nah, who am I kidding?