Random Updates

 Eden finally let me braid her hair and it turns out she loves it because it keeps her hair out of her eyes! It was such a happy day. She didn't want me to take it out and the next day she even asked for braids again! One happy Mom!

 He can never be left out of getting his picture taken. :) Love that cheesy kid!

 I was trying to take a picture of her hair, but she hurt her finger and insisted on me taking a picture of that instead.

 This silly girl loves the swings!

 This little girl loves the swings MOST!

 Eden's birthday cake. I just did a funfetti cake that Eden picked out and regular store bought frosting. I got lazy with the poor girl. At least she got a 3 out of it though, or it can be seen as an E for Eden according to Kael if you look at it upside down... I'll take it.

 These kids love the swings! It is so nice having Kael as my helper now. Who knew big kids could be so fun and helpful?! He is the best big brother!

 The house ready for Eden to wake up on her birthday. The kids loved running through the streamers and balloons always make everyone happy.

 We can't have a birthday without party hats. I took whatever scraps around the house I could find and we came up with some fun stuff. The kids loved to help me make them.

Eden really wanted presents for her birthday. And I think we did good. She got nail polish, a princess Belle doll, and Beauty and the Beast. We did a theme. ;) It was a huge fun filled day. More to come once I get the pictures from Derek's phone. Quick summary, she asked for cottage cheese and strawberries for her breakfast. We met Grammy and Grampster at Jungle Jim's Playand. She loved the roller coaster the best and wanted to ride it going backwards because "it is scary!" She also loved the bumper cars. Kael would have stayed in the cars all day. He told me the roller coaster is going to give him nightmares. Then, we went to Red Robin for lunch and she got free chicken strips. Then, came home and sang, had cake, blew out candles, opened presents, and took a nap! We watched Beauty and the Beast that night and it was a big fun day! A couple of days later we even went to Baskin Robbins so she could get free ice cream. I think Eden had a blast, and so did Kael because he's been planning out his "special day" ever since.

LOVE YOU EDEN!

6 month Elara

Dear Elara,

6 MONTHS

What a joy you are! I tried to take a couple photos of you at exactly 6 months and this is what we got. The sun was too bright for you even though it actually was really cold. You were tired. You glared at me even though you usually are smiley. Then, you decided to spit up on me 3 times... Not cool kid. 

You seriously are growing too fast. Slow down just a little. I have no idea how much you weigh or how ong you are getting. I don't really want to know because then I don't have to face that fact that you are getting so big. You roll over great when you feel like it. You love being in your walker. You can even make it scoot quite a bit. Big news. You got your first tooth the day before you turned 6 months. What the heck. Number 2 is coming pretty soon I'm sure. Your poor mouth is so swollen. Just like Kael and Eden you got a fever and liquid poop right before it popped through. It's been rough for you kid. You still smile unless I forget to put on oragel. You are eating solid food like a champ, well at least until you started super teething. Now, your poor mouth hurts too much. So far you have tried squash, sweet potatoes, apples, pears, bananas, and bananas with avacados. You love the bananas though. 

You nap about twice a day, but hey I'm not doing a great job at getting you on a schedule. I can admit it. Between taking Kael to and from school and the days we don't, throw in going shopping or running errands every once in a while and you get the short end of the stick kid. But, you put up with us, and you seem to be doing great! You only get up once at night to eat. Sometimes twice, but really I don't mind unless Eden pees the bed or something else keeps me up. I love having our little snuggle time at night. You are still in size 2 diapers. Lately Kael has been smothering you and Eden has been telling you how much she just loves Elara. You laugh at Kael all the time. And you are just sweet with Eden. She thankfully doesn't pester you like Kael does. We all love you so much and you bring us so much joy!

Love you!

Mom

6 Month Stats

Height: 26.18 inch, 49%

Weight: 14 lb 11 oz, 18%

Head Circumference: 17.5 inch, 90%

(Yup, she has a big head)

Gotta love how Kael is strangling Elara...

Monkey toes on the swing.

Eden turned 3 today.

Eden Marie Bradley

3

I have lots to write about, but before anything I need to say how AMAZING this 3 year old girl is. I love her to pieces! I'm so proud to be able to say I am her Mommy! Eden I kept you alive for 3 years now and believe me it is an accomplishment. So we celebrated. I will write about that later. I asked you a bunch of questions and I wanted to write it down to remember you at 3.

What is your favorite color: Pink and polka dots

How old are you? 3

When is your birthday? March

What is your favorite food? Cupcakes make me eat.

Who are your friends? Sidnie, Maylee, Sophie, Peyton, Miller

What is your favorite dinner? Chicken on a stick

What is your favorite restaurant? Beans and chips. AKA: "El Farol"

What is your favorite movie? Wreck it Ralph (However, now that you've seen some princess movies you might have changed your mind... I might have to ask you again tomorrow...)

What is your favorite toy? Baby doll and Elephants


I love you pretty girl! You have so much personality I don't know what to do with you at times except love you to pieces! Thanks for being who you are! Love your guts kid!

Love,
Mom

3 year old stats

Height: 36 inch, 19%

Weight: 31 lbs, 57%

Eden is our shorty like her Mama! :)