Finally he can roll over!!!

Today is the day Eli decided to stop be lazy haha. He started to roll over on his own!!!! He had been so close all he needed was one little push and he was there. So today we worked a little harder and he got there. I will post the video later, as I managed to capture his first roll over!!!!

Today we had swimming lessons after three weeks off. He got so excited when we got in the pool but the excitement soon wore off as the pool was a little too hot this week he got tired of it. I dont blame him it was hotter than it should have been. But all in all he still enjoyed it, no crying after going under or anything probably just tired as well.

I cant believe he will be six months old this time next week. Where has the time gone. I cant wait to see what he is like with all the new foods he will be trying soon.

We are also headed up to the Lake District with some friends soon so that will be so nice. It will be nice to get away and spend some time together.

Also, Aunt Jenni is coming to visit!!!! We are so excited as it has been January since we have seen her!!!! I know she will be amazed at how much he has changed.

I started to look at moving companies today and got a pretty good quote!!! I cant wait for everything to get moving. Please keep the visa process in your prayers as we are still waiting to hear back from the Embassy.

I am just watching Eli roll over again and again, he seems so pleased with himself when he does it. He grins from ear to ear. It is also funny to watch him on his tummy, the determination to crawl is there, so i dont think it will be long!!!

Well must get some things done around the house and put Eli down for a nap, he should be tired after swimming lessons. We are going to try to go to the park today as it is a beautiful day!!!

Happy Easter!!!

We have had beautiful day yesterday and today so Eli and I have made the most of getting out and about. We went to the park yesterday and saw some friends there and had a nice time, although being beautiful weather and a Saturday the park was packed but we managed to get some time on the swings, which he loves. 

Today we went to church this morning and then went to have a picnic with some friends. We had a great time just sitting in the nice weather and chatting. Hopefully the nice warm weather is here to stay. 

Eli is going to have some pictures taken tomorrow as we have a free coupon (dont want to let those freebies go haha). I have bought him a nice cute new outfit on sale. But when we got home today Simon has taken some really nice photos of him (posted below). 

Eli has not been sleeping very well lately, we are not quite sure of the reasons but believe it is a mix of hay fever (allergies), teething and relying too much on a pacifer. So to remedy this situation we have decided he will not have a pacifer when he sleeps now. Last night was the first night, he cried a little to go to sleep but eventually went to sleep and he woke a few times but went back to bed on his own so we shall see how he does tonight. We are hoping those teeth will pop through soon, we can only hope haha. 

He is now on most fruit and vegs and seems to be enjoying them but did have a few days of not eating well but we think he must not have been feeling that well. The doctors wont give him anything for his hayfever so the poor little boy has to suffer in silence. He looks so sad with the red puffy eyes and a runny nose. 

We also have been living the last week and half without any hot water to wash up (shower is electric so not a problem) and heating because our boiler died last Sunday and we are currently waiting for a new one to be fitted on Tuesday. It is amazing how after not having it you just get on with boiling the kettle to wash up. 

Granny and Grandpa are coming to visit this week and we hope the weather will be nice enough to take them to the zoo and Bath for a day. I know they will be amazed at how much he has grown recently, he has changed so much in the last month. He is growing way too fast haha. 

well I am off to bed as Eli is gone to bed and I am exhausted from getting up with him last night. 

Sitting up all on his own

Eli is now sitting up all by himself for about 10 good minutes. He is also becoming more used to laying on his front and waves his arms and legs about then becomes very frustrated as he is not going any where. It is quite a funny site to watch, I dont think it will be much longer before he is on the move, which worries me as I look at our flat and look at everything he can get into haha. It is time to start looking into making this house Eli safe. 

Eli is also now sitting in a high chair like a big boy and he seems to really enjoy it. He is able to sit with us while we have dinner. 

There is still no sign of teeth yet but i dont think it will be too much longer. I think it will be relief when the tooth finally cuts through. 

His personality is really starting to develop. I think he is going to be one little monkey. He has become very loud and jabbers alot of the time as well as moaning and screaming just for fun. 

At swimming lessons last week Eli swam all by himself from the instructor to me (about a foot). He is really enjoying swimming as this week he started to splash in the pool and gets so excited when we get in. We are on break from swimming and Wiggles and Giggles until after the Easter holidays, we are going to miss those classes as he enjoys getting out and about.

Better clean the house while the little monkey sleeps. 

Though you guys might enjoy these, then you can see first hand what a monkey he is.