Movin' On Up!

Last week marked Eli's 6th week taking Karate class and he was invited to a belt testing ceremony. After a dramatic performance by the instuctors and demo team, the "Dragons" were tested on various techniques to determine if they could move up to the next belt level.

Of course, they all passed and were presented with an official certificate and brand new belt. Eli was thrilled to have Mom and Dad witness his special accomplishment!

(I even started tearing up, myself.)

So now, Eli proudly wears his "high-white" belt to Karate class and looks forward to earning his "gold" belt as soon as he gets all of his stripes. He has recently been invited to join the "Black Belt Club" for his demonstration of character and competence thus far. Way to go, Eli! Keep up the good work!!

Shoe Obsession

Every time I turn around these days, Isaiah is walking around in some new pair of shoes he has found. When I think back, Eli did the same thing, but not to this degree!

Isaiah MUST be wearing some sort of shoe at all times. If he is barefoot and spots a shoe, he will wimper for us to put it on! How can I resist his sweet request for "shoo? shoo?"

He then proceeds to hobble around the house wearing one shoe and a cheerful grin! This little guy never ceases to melt my heart each day. I love you, buddy!!