Ellis and I have some good friends!

So as many of you know, I got bells palsy for the 2nd time and pretty much took a 6 week 'time out'. My mom flew in to help, I rested, got treatments (physical therapy, acupuncture, massage), and just tried to simplify my life since it is a stress-related illness and the only thing that helps your body is to relax. Well, that's easier said than done.

Up until the diagnosis, Ellis and I were enjoying my maternity leave. We were getting out and seeing our mommy / baby friends around town - going to play groups, eating out, working out, shopping, and getting all the stuff done that you never have time to do! Once Mr. BP came to visit and we found ourselves confined to the house it was a bit of a shock. However, we were pleased to see how many people came to visit, bring us lunches, dinners, cupcakes. Before we knew it Ellis was sharing his play mat with a new baby friend every day!

Teagan visited us a few times. She is either going to be Ellis' BFF or girlfriend (relationship status: TBD) as they'll be spending every day at Pari's while their moms go to work in SF. :)

Fritz is Marisa's sweet boy! He was a big fan of Ellis' bouncy chair. Every time Fritz comes over, Ellis takes a reeeaally long nap...so we'll need Fritz to visit more often.

And here's Ryan. Ryan and Ellis were born just days apart in the same hospital!

And then there's Clara! Clara's big sister Jenna is one of Cavin's friends so she gives Ellis lots of advice on how to deal with the older sibling.

And some more of Teagan and Ellis...

Lucas and his mom also came by but he was too big to play with Ellis on his play mat so he settled for the big kid toys.

Thanks to all of the babies and mommys who visited us and checked in over the last month. Your friendship, companionship, and food :) was very much appreciated.