Jake’s first spring break trip

Every year, Greg’s parents treat their grandkids to a trip to Memphis.  This year, it was Jake’s first time to go. I stayed home with Eli, but I can’t wait to take him next year.  Jake was hauled all over Memphis and treated to two days of non-stop fun with his grandparents, aunts and cousins!  I had his Aunt Angie (Aunt “G”) and Aunt Tammy text me pictures throughout the trip. 

They started off at the Memphis Zoo and spent all Tuesday afternoon there.  From the looks of the pictures, Jake had a fantastic time!

Afterwards, they went to The Rendezvous for some famous Memphis BBQ and finished off the  night swimming at the hotel.  Could a kid get a better day??

The next day, they entire clan headed to the mall for a little shopping.  Of course, they were sweet enough to take my big boy to the Disney store!  I’m sure his little heart about exploded with excitement when he saw an entire store of Mickey Mouse!  They even set him up with some new swim trunks, a hat and sunglasses for his summer at the lake!

We are so blessed to have such wonderful family and they all live close by! So many of our friends have family out of state and have to travel hours to see them. We are very fortunate to have our boys grow up right down the road.   We’ve got a big weekend planned, so more pics to come very soon! :)

Eli–6 weeks old

Its hard to believe, but Eli is already six weeks old.  It really has gone by pretty fast, and I’m sure it will just get faster!

Eli is eating well and usually only wakes once during the night.  He is a very happy baby and usually just hangs out and looks around. He LOVES to stare at the lights and smiled at his big brother this morning when we were waking him up.  Precious!

Living as a family of four has been very, shall I say, busy!  Greg and I usually crash after the boys are in bed each night.  However, we did venture out last weekend and had a great time. We took Jake and Eli  to the Museum of Discovery on Saturday and even happened up on a St. Patrick’s Day parade downtown when we were leaving. It was Jake’s first parade and he is a fan!  Afterwards, we ate at the Flying Fish and let Jake count his “loot” (candy) from the parade.  Eli was knocked out in the stroller and missed all the parade excitement. 

This week, Jake is headed to Memphis with Greg’s parents, sisters and cousins.  It’s the yearly Spring Break trip to the Memphis Zoo.  Eli and I aren’t taking the trip this year, but I’m sure we will next year.   It will be Jake’s first time to spend the night away from home with out us, so I’m praying it goes well! 

Brotherly Love

Jake is adjusting to having a baby in the house. It was a little rough at first with Jake competing for attention, but he is a great big brother!  He loves to peek over Eli’s crib and whisper to him while he sleeps. So sweet!

We’ve been pretty busy though!  This weekend, Jake had two birthday parties to go to! Jack, his cousin, turned 6 and Max, my friend Tabitha’s little boy, turned 4.  Jake had so much fun at both parties. He LOVES to be with kids and run and play!  I can’t wait until Eli is up running around and they can chase each other.  Good times ahead!!

Friends from school – Jake, Conner and Jolee! 

Welcome Eli Gregory!

Our sweet Eli Gregory Veazey was born Tuesday, February 7 at 8:03 am. He weighted 7 pounds, 15 ounces and was 20 inches long.  He stole our hearts from the second we heard his little cry! 

Eli got to meet his big brother and grandparents around noon that day and has been loved on constantly by the entire family ever since!  Jake has, for the most part, been a doting big brother and likes to say – “Hey Eli! Whatcha’ doing boy?”  Its hilarious!  Eli is three weeks old today and is the perfect addition to our little family!

Its been a busy three weeks – as I fully expected.  We’re adjusting to having two little guys around the house and are finding sleep when we can!  Jake continues to amaze us with what he knows and can do.  He is a real charmer! This Sunday, Greg had parking lot duty at church. Basically, he welcomes visitors and members as they walk up to church.  To make my life a little easier, Greg took Jake with him. That way, I only had to get myself and Eli to church.  Jake was a GREAT greeter!

I couldn’t have a better husband. He has been helping me with Eli at night and has been taking care of Jake every night before bed. Bedtime seems to be the one time during the day that proves to be the most difficult with two. I am sure we’ll find a system soon, but for now – I’m one lucky lady to have such a great daddy around.

Here’s a picture of our video monitor. Greg reads to Jake every night before bed and I get to listen in most nights… some pretty funny conversations!  Before Eli was born, I would do the reading each night. I am ready to get a routine in place to allows me to do that again.