Happy 4th Eli

Today our handsome little Eli turned 4 years old, so much has changed since last year. Eli's big now! He's a whole four years old. He's so smart (and I know every mom says that, but really he's a genius!). He's a handful and he full of energy, but I wouldn't trade him in for anything. He's our Eli. He's perfect!

Last night as Ron carried him up to bed (he had gotten out of bed when he heard daddy come in from his meeting), Ron told him, "Eli, this is the last time I will carry you as a 3 year old." Eli's response, "I'll still be Eli!" So, although he is 4 today, he's still our Eli.

A couple of days ago he got a package from Aunt Barb and wanted to wear this outfit from her for his birthday. He was quite the handsome 4 year old too.
Since his birthday is the last of the year in our home, he gets a chance to see what everyone else chooses for their cake. He decided he liked Nathaniel's this year and wanted his own "Buckeye Cake". Since I didn't want to make the same cake, I asked if he would like Brutus! So here's his Brutus cake! I think you can tell by the eyes, it was a success!

Gotta love that smile!

I think it passed the taste test too!

Here he is waiting...as patiently as any 4 year old can!

And here's our Eli in his "Full Armor of God"! Not sure if this was the best gift or not (especially on days when there is no nap and an added sugar intake).

So there he is, our 4 year old, Eli!
Tonight as I got him out of the bath he was singing, very loudly, "Oh How I love Jesus!" My hope and prayer is that all the energy and love this little man has will be bundled and harnessed for Jesus.

We love you Elijah Wesley and are so excited to see what the Lord has for you as a 4 year old!