Ellie continues to grow like a weed...she however has taken to not sleeping. Yep that's right not sleeping, she doesn't sleep much at night and naps during the day usually are about 40 minutes. Hoping this is a phase that passes quickly.

Mommy and her girl


Tate telling Ellie a story


I have my blanket and bear...now where are we heading

Laying on daddy's legs

May I help you???

Have I mentioned that she likes a blanket to burrow into

Kisses from dad...I liked the silhouette

Just another Ellie smile

Bailey wonders if he can have some cereal??

Up close and personal while eating

Laying on her stuffed dog from her cousin Cole (this dog is several times bigger than Ellie) Cole picked out the dog special for Ellie when she was born, he takes his stuffed animals very seriously


What the car isn't out of the shop yet... but I have my keys and I am all ready to go

Grandpa Haecker and a napping Ellie


Uncle Andy and Aunt Eleanore

Aunt Ellie with her Ellie (and birthday buddy) yep Ellie was named after Aunt Eleanore and they share a birthday...very cool!!!