The Family Fitzgerald

Sunday, May 21, 2006

Early in her cage match against the tissue paper, Eleanor appears to be on the ropes...



But she quickly turns a corner, showing that tissue paper who's boss...



That tissue paper will think twice before challenging "The Dominator" again...



Although solid foods are still months away, Eleanor has started early, letting us know she prefers the big game of the Serengeti to strained peas...



Her sophisticated palette also includes human fingers...



And Octopus...



Cherry Blossom Baby!



Bath time



Eleanor's feet



Eleanor turned over on her belly all by herself, surprising Mommy, Daddy, and as you can see...herself.



Eleanor visits with Uncle Mike and Cousin Frances...





More fun with Eleanor...







Tuesday, May 02, 2006

An Interview with Eleanor



Q: So, Eleanor, you're three months old. How's it going?
A: Being alive is fun!
Q: You sound excited.
A: Well, you know -- before I wasn't born. Now I am! Good times.


"Good times."

Q: What are your favorite interests?
A: The usual. I like music.
Q: Any favorite lullabyes?
A: Nah. I'm straight outta hip-hop. 50-Cent, Nelly, Kanye...
Q: Wow -- you sound like a gangsta.
A: That's how I ride.
Q: What about all those F-bombs?
A: What's an F-bomb?
A: Never mind.


Laura and Eleanor "in da club"

Q: What else do you like?
A: Teakettles, teakettles, teakettles.
Q: Huh. That's kinda weird.
A: Have YOU ever looked at a teakettle? I mean REALLY looked?
Q: Umm...
A: It'll blow your mind.



Q: I hear you're quite the night owl.
A: Some days, I'm like, "Sleep. Cool." Other days, you know....
Q: It's optional.
A: I have a standing invite to Mom and Dad: Party tonight. My crib. 2 AM.



Q: They must love that.
A: The way I see it, I'm doing them a favor. When else would they catch up on their "Bosom Buddies" reruns and Flowbee infomercials?


The flowbee. For more information, watch TV at 3 AM

Q: Speaking of hair products, there's a lot of buzz about that haircut of yours.
A: The faux-hawk. I was trend-setting in the womb.




Eleanor's faux-hawk

Q: Hollywood stars, professional athletes, supermodels - they love it!
A: Of course - just ask my pal, David Beckham. He loves the new look.


David Beckham B.C.E.: Before Calling Eleanor


David Beckham A.D.: After Discussing the merits of faux-hawks with Eleanor

Q: Any big plans for the weeks ahead?
A: Oh, you know, the usual: eat, sleep, career planning.
Q: Really? What are you thinking?
A: I'd like to take to the high seas.
Q: A sailor?
A: Sure, why not? I've already got the outfit.


Eleanor, ready for the high seas

Q: Well, it was nice chatting with you. Let's catch up again soon.
A: Okay!