Ellis at 7 Months, 2 weeks

I kept putting this post off because Ellis has had a cold with a constant runny nose on and off for the last couple of weeks. It seems like she'll seem better for a day or two and then gets congested again. So, we've been to the doctor once a week for 3 weeks and as of right now she only has a cold. Finally on Sunday I told Matt that we'd just have to take her pictures, even if she wasn't feeling 100%. To our surprise she perked right up and this is the first time we honestly could've used every single picture for the blog (but I don't think it'd be practical to upload the 100 that we took). I get a little carried away with the continuous shot mode... Anyway, here are some pictures of Ellis and what she's up to at 7 1/2 months!

Ellis you are:

• 14 lbs, 10 oz
• Sitting unsupported for at least 5 minutes (you need a pillow behind you though because you can't catch yourself if you fall backwards or sideways)
• Blowing raspberries
• Playing patty cake. You have the clapping part down!
• Rolling ALL OVER! 
• Turning yourself in circles while laying on your belly 
• Scooting backwards
• Curious about everything. You love playing with new toys. If we put an old toy and a new toy out, you pick the new one to play with every time.
• Giving sloppy, wet, open mouth kisses and they are the sweetest thing we've ever experienced
• Recognizing when we call you by name and your many nicknames
• A creature of habit... you know when to eat, play and sleep all day long. You're our little alarm clock
• A joy to everyone around you. You started a new daycare last week and they told Mommy and Daddy that you are "false advertisement" because they haven't had a baby that's as good as you

Ellis,

You continue to be the happiest, sweetest baby that we know. You are such a joy and we are so thankful that God made us your parents. You already have a contagious smile and make us laugh. We are so blessed to have such a smart, loving little girl.

Love,

Mommy & Daddy