Babies Are Like That! Yes, They Are

A recent weekend was made much better by Lane and Ellington coming to visit while Robert was in Memphis for a "Guys Weekend" for his brother who will be getting married in May. Ellington had not had a good week. She seemed to not feel well part of the time. After taking her to the doctor to make sure it wasn't the beginning of another ear infection, we blamed it on teething because she was slobbering all over the place. Since she can't actually tell us, we are just guessing. It was evident from the moment of their arrival that Ellington wasn't really interested in socializing. She did a little bit, but not much. She didn't seem to want anyone to have anything much to do with her other than her mother. But we know, babies are like that. Yes, they are! You can't get your feelings hurt. It's just a phase they go through, but is sure is frustrating when you want to help your daughter out by taking care of the little munchkin for a while only to have her scream bloody murder. But, babies are like that. We were delighted to have Lane and Ellington visit even if I felt I wasn't able to help Lane any by taking care of Ellington and giving her a little break from the responsibilities of motherhood.

The weather was pretty darn nice on Friday so an evening trip to the pond with Pop was in order. Lane fed the fish while her dog Gus eyed the deck. He wants to go out on it so bad, but he is really scared of it for some reason. I guess he thinks he might fall off and I don't think he has had swimming lessons.

Reagan and I spent Saturday scrapbooking and Lane and Ellington joined us to visit, so they wouldn't be at my house by themselves. Reagan kindly fixed supper for us which is always a treat when someone else does that.

I bought a jumperoo from a friend. It was a good deal and I figured that if Lane didn't want to take it to Starkville we could keep it here for Ellington to use when she came to Gigi and Pop's house. Of course, Ellington hasn't figured out the jumping part of it, but it won't be too long before she is jumping like a kangaroo.

We think she is such a cutie. Grandchildren are definitely GRAND!

Reagan has been so busy with her last year of college that she hasn't been able to spend a lot of time getting to know Ellington, but I can tell they are going to be big buddies one day. I think the term will be, "Partners in Crime."

Ellington was pretty stingy with her smiles this weekend, but her Mom could usually coax one out of her.

All in all it was a good weekend, but I sure will be happy when Ellington is a little more social.  She really is a sweetie, but it is hard to be sociable when you don't feel well.  Not to mention just being in that phase where she only wants Mom or Dad.  We understand....and this too, shall pass. Babies are like that. Yes, they are!