#10

Hodnett Grandbaby #10 made his debut three days before Christmas in a BIG way giving us all a scare. Thankfully, everything turned out just fine and he was blessed today. So fun to get together with the fam. (We missed you Jessica!) I wish I had my camera out more because it's so cute to see all the little ones playing together. Oh well, here's some highlights:

Avery's getting to a great age where she'll entertain herself on the floor with a toy for a little while. Ahhh...my back is very grateful!!

I'm in LOVE with this little lady. Does she not have the most gorgeous eyes?!? PLUS, she's got the cutest personality and a little raspy voice. SOO much fun!

Well, then there's Austin...being Austin. It's always a surprise when he asks, "Is this your camera?" This was the best of a series of unflattering pictures...his favorite kind to take.

Avery's LOVING the attention.

We attempted to get all the cousins together--minus two--for a shot on the stairs. They weren't having it. So, here's to real life and some funny faces...

This next one's my favorite!! The two best friends on the top stairs. Emree making funny faces while holding Eli, whose head I'm afraid kept bumping the wall. Andee holding on to Heidi for dear life while she cries for her mom. And Cyrus trying to figure out how to get a hold of the Bumbo seat and well, Avery just really doesn't quite know what to think of the chaos.

Is this one better? A little switching around didn't seem to help us much.

Here's to the cooperative group. heh...I'm actually shocked at what 3 1/2 months does for a baby. Granted, Avery had 4 pounds on Eli, but still...shocking to see the growth that happens. It was bizarre to hold such a little man. I felt like if I let go of him he would just float away!

Cyrus FINALLY succeeded in stealing Avery's bumbo and he's quite enjoying some chips in his new toy!

An exhausting day, but the great fun and good food were well worth it!