Elmo LIVE!

What is it about Elmo that makes little kids just go ga-ga?The red fur? The sing-songy voice? Seriously, every kid under 3 I know loves Elmo, including the Pear. That's why we decided to take him to Elmo Live as an early birthday present (I know, I know TWO months early, but the kid's birthday is nine days before Christmas and you kind of get sick of all of the toys.)



Taylor got to come along, too, and our neighbors brought their little guy, Ben. Since the show was on a college football Saturday, Mike and Jason (Ben's dad) threatened to wear "I tailgated at Elmo Live" shirts. Thankfully, they refrained.



The show was quite impressive. Giant foofy, dancing characters, a gazillion lights, loud music, showers of confetti - what kid (or adult) wouldn't love it? The Worm and the Pear were mesmerized by the entire show. No whining, no crying and no taking their eyes off the stage. They had soooo much fun!



The man of the hour. It was so funny hearing all of the little voices screaming, "ELMO!!!!"

Taylor's favorite is Cookie Monster (because, you know, Elmo is "too baby"). We had great seats - four rows up and right in front of the stage. They were actually better than the pricier floor seats.

His reactions were just too much. I had to crane my arm around to get this picture because there was no way he was going to divert his eyes from ELMO.

I'd say she was pleased.

Our gang.

The whole W-side Drive gang.

Are you wondering about the stray kitty from my last post? I'm happy to say that we've found her a very suitable home! My mom (who has an even softer spot for animals than me AND she likes cats) took her in. I have to say, I was a little sad to see her go. I'm glad we'll still get reports on how she's doing.

"Princess" (can we guess who gave her that name?) already looks at home in Grandma's arms.

The Pear being silly at G-ma's.

Here are a few other random pictures from this weekend:




Taylor had school pictures on Friday. Don't you love this little outfit? Of course, it was absolutely pouring outside, but I think I got her in pretty much unscathed.

The Pear's new obsession - puzzles. Just like his big sis!

Until next time,

Mommy Kel

P.S. Oh yeah, the Worm had two goals in her soccer scrimmage Saturday. They played the best team in the league and she was the only one on her team to put it in the net. Just a little brag!