Yes, we had leftover cake from Molly's baptism. But it still tasted good, so don't judge me! :)
He got some awesome gifts...
that he totally loves.(He actually got lots more than these, but my pictures are all blurry! He just won't hold still!)
Elliot has already made progress, one month into his 5th year. He is now riding a bike. (No, not without training wheels.) The thing about Elliot is, he figured out last summer that he was alot faster on the scooter than the bike. So he never bothered learning to pedal. Well, this summer I encouraged him to learn and he actually picked it up pretty quick. His secret was, he figured out that pedaling is easier if the bike is already going (less inertia), so he would always start by going downhill (our drive has a gentle slope). He is funny, but he gets the job done!
I love you Elliot!!Now, in totally unrelated news, I have been doing alot of sewing lately. I have made 4 baby quilts and a dress for Molly. The dress for Molly I will have to post later because it is in the laundry, but here are the baby quilts:
For my VT Erika
For my neighbor Holly
Two for the Youth Service Auction in our ward.
And now, while the kids are at Grandma's house for a week, I am sewing like crazy to make two twin quilts for Molly and Jill. And some curtains. You might say this sewing this is a little bit of an obsession for me! :)
Happy Birthday Elliot! I love the quilts! I really love that orangey one. So pretty. Someday I really want to get into sewing. For now, my obsession is crocheting. Enjoy your week of kid-free sewing!
ReplyDeleteJamie, you rock! Your quilts are awesome! I wish I had your mad skillz. And I love that last picture of Elliot...he cracks me up!!!
ReplyDeleteThe quilts look great! I love sewing when I have projects in mind, so just do it while you can!!
ReplyDeleteI think using the leftover baptism cake was brilliant! Elliot didn't seem to care, plus you had cute twirly candles, what more could anyone ask for?
ReplyDeleteI love the quilts too! I am so impressed with your sewing skills. I started to get into sewing quilts, but then I had to go back to school instead, so maybe I'll get back to it again someday. Keep up the good work!
Those quilts are beautiful!! You are so talented. Maybe one day I will learn to sew, but first I'm learning how to cook :)
ReplyDeleteHappy late birthday Elliot! You have such talent, Jamie. That's awesome that you had a whole week free of kids to sew.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe how grown up Elliot looks!! Oh man. I still remember him on your hip while you conducted Primary :) Good times :) And good for you with the quilts!!!! I am impressed.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Elliot! I can't believe how grown up he is. And your quilts are GORGEOUS! Love it!
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