Little E

The Holidays

2010-04-05T13:38:00.003-04:00

We had a great time in Charlotte over Christmas. Eli got a ExerSaucer from Grandma and Grandpa. He loved it and has spent many hours bouncing around and exploring.

Of course some of the packaging was much more interesting for Eli.

Eli and mom watch his cousins depart after a great Christmas Day.

A visit from Naomi and Will

2010-04-05T13:33:00.002-04:00

Eli's second cousins Naomi and Will came to visit in December. Eli thought Naomi's fingers were good for his teething.

New Updates

2010-04-05T13:29:00.002-04:00

After too long a delay, wanted to post some updates on Eli. Here he is in December, having lunch with our good friend Jason.

A couple more from NY

2010-02-03T22:18:00.003-05:00

At the end of the day....

Shopping at a baby store in NY.

Eli examines Grandpa's computer.

The Met

2009-12-25T22:25:00.004-05:00

While in New York, we visited the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Eli took a look at some of the Monets on exhibit.

We also went to see the special exhibit on Robert Frank's The Americans.

We ended the day in the Temple of Dendur, where Eli had his lunch...

...and then went promptly to sleep.

New York Pt 1

2009-12-25T21:52:00.002-05:00

We spent a grand short week in New York City over Thanksgiving doing as much as possible. Lots of walking through the streets with an awake (and an asleep) Eli.

We were protected by New York's finest.

No pastrami on rye yet for Eli. But soon.

Experiencing Zabar's the day before Thanksgiving. Not for the faint of heart.

First plane trip

2009-12-24T23:45:00.003-05:00

Eli took his first plane trip during Thanksgiving, flying from Raleigh to New York. Mom and dad spent days trying to figure out how to pack for the journey but thankfully almost all the scenarios we tried to plan for never came to pass. Even on a small commuter jet (ERJ) on mom's lap Eli was a champ.

Four Months!

2009-12-24T20:22:00.002-05:00

In mid November Eli went in for his four month old checkup. He continues to grow fast, weighing in at 17 lbs. 11 oz. and is 27 inches tall.

He continues to be more and more comfortable on his stomach as he checks out his charts.

Halloween

2009-12-24T20:19:00.003-05:00

Eli enjoyed his first Halloween, dressing up as a dog and going to a party in downtown Raleigh. No candy this year - maybe next year.

The great North Carolina get together

2009-11-10T14:15:00.003-05:00

In mid October Eli, along with our friends Marc, Tiff and Ian, visited the North Carolina State Fair. It is a gastronomical adventure.

We all had fun walking through the acres of activities.

We ended the day with Eli's first ride on a carousel. He enjoyed the going round and round, especially as dad tried to steady himself to take pictures.

Brothers

2009-10-23T01:43:00.003-04:00

Paul in Raleigh/Ethan in Sunset Beach.

Paul and Hannah visit - Pt. 2

2009-10-23T01:32:00.004-04:00

Uncle Paul and Aunt Hannah came down from Boston to spend some time with their nephew. He loved spending time with them - even if they were tasked with giving him his medication.

Paul brought Eli out to dinner.

And then entertained him at the dinner table.

Uncle Paul and Aunt Hannah visit - Part 1

2009-10-23T01:25:00.002-04:00

Paul and Hannah took Eli out shopping on a rainy Monday. He enjoyed the tour of the stores.

Eli loved spending time with his aunt and uncle. Hopefully they will be back soon.

Elections

2009-10-22T21:30:00.004-04:00

Eli went to vote for the first time in the city elections in early October. He was so excited he fell asleep.

He did proudly wear his "I voted" sticker afterwards.

Vacation

2009-10-08T00:23:00.004-04:00

Eli took his first vacation to spend time with Kim's family on Sunset Beach on the southeastern edge of North Carolina.

Though he didn't hang out on the beach in the middle of the day, he visited the ocean every evening.

Putting his feet in the Atlantic Ocean for the first time.

We all had a great time...

The two month update

2009-09-29T13:47:00.003-04:00

Eli had his two month checkup where he weighed in at a very healthy 15 lbs. 1 oz. and 25 inches tall. The doctor thanked him for doing so well by giving him a shot in each leg - the first in a long series of vaccinations.

SPARKcon

2009-09-28T23:46:00.003-04:00

Eli, mom and dad visited SPARKcon in downtown Raleigh. The yearly arts event downtown is a feast for the eyes.

While there we enjoyed dinner outside.

One of the joys of SPARKcon was viewing the Barrel Dinosaur up close. Made by artist Joseph Carnevale, the artwork made from construction barrels originally got Carnevale arrested when he created a barrel monster in a construction zone. See that story here.

Eli speaks

2009-09-18T18:00:00.003-04:00

Eli from Ethan Hyman on Vimeo.

A quick little video made this week of Eli and one of his talkative moments.

A night on the town

2009-09-18T09:52:00.003-04:00

This week, we took Eli out downtown to Busy Bee for dinner with our friends Marc and Tiff.

Eli smiled as Marc took his picture.

He enjoyed his ride downtown.

We all enjoyed our views of the city as we had dinner.

By the end of the evening, Eli decided it was time to sleep.

Updates

2009-09-15T23:01:00.003-04:00

Little E with his first camera.

Feeding at Moonlight Pizza.

E loves his baths.

Big changes

2009-08-25T01:58:00.003-04:00

It has been a big week for Eli. On Friday, dad was able to feed Eli for the first time (with mom's milk). It took just a second for Eli to realize he could be fed this way too and gulped down the milk.

Saturday Eli went out for his first "fancy" dinner with our great friends Marc, Tiff and Ian. He was a champ during dinner - opening his eyes but then going back to sleep.

He loves to sleep when we are sleeping - just not necessarily always in his crib.

On Monday, Eli went for his one month checkup (though he is officially 5 weeks old). All is well! He is growing fast - he now weighs 12 lbs. 10 oz. and is 23 inches long.

Boylan Bash

2009-08-17T14:11:00.002-04:00

Eli took his first trip in a Baby Bjorn on Sunday to the Boylan Bash, the yearly neighborhood block party. He loved the sights and sounds and dad was able to eat and drink with him strapped to his chest.

Visit

2009-08-17T14:05:00.003-04:00

On Sunday, Eli's great aunt and uncle from Chicago, Susan and Richard, visited and got to spend time with a quickly growing boy.

Then and now

2009-08-07T23:36:00.003-04:00

A photo of Ethan with mom in 1971 and Eli with mom in 2009.

Scenes from the week

2009-08-07T23:29:00.003-04:00

Eli gets an early start reading the newspaper. Dad hopes he won't have to explain to Eli what a newspaper was when he grows up.

Eli getting some love from grandma.

and from grandpa.

Taking a tour of the neighborhood.

Eli goes to the pub

2009-08-02T20:44:00.004-04:00

Sunday Eli made his first non-doctor trip out of the house - a journey to the Boylan Bridge Brewpub.

Grandpa and Grandma Hyman, along with his cousin Naomi, made the journey.

Dad had his first beer - which promptly put him to sleep when he got home.

Eli made the trip like a champ.

Family 2

2009-07-30T01:21:00.003-04:00

On Wednesday Naomi and her husband Will greeted their second cousin for the first time.

Ethan's parents also came down Wednesday and greeted Eli for the first time. Grandma bonds with Eli.

And Grandpa helps put Eli to sleep at the end of the day.

Bath Time

2009-07-28T22:17:00.006-04:00

On Tuesday Eli got his first bath.

From earlier in the day.

Scenes from the weekend

2009-07-27T21:33:00.005-04:00

Waiting to head back to his crib after visiting the bed with mom and dad.

Getting some love from mom.

Grandpa and Grandma Nilsen showered Eli with love.

A tour of the house with grandma.

It takes a nation to help Eli into his car seat.

Scenes from home

2009-07-26T07:29:00.001-04:00

Eli checks out the bedroom...

...and falls asleep.

A trip to the doctor

2009-07-26T07:11:00.004-04:00

On his first full day at home, Grandma and Grandpa help strap Eli in for his ride to the pediatrician.

They will be his doctor till he turns 21. That is the year 2030 for people keeping track at home.

Other than needing to gain some weight, Eli is healthy. He didn't however appreciate hanging around the office in his underwear.

Coming home

2009-07-24T20:31:00.007-04:00

After a long but great week with the incredible staff at UNC, Eli headed home Friday.

Dad's driving promptly put Eli to sleep.

Welcome home.

Eli greets his changing table, which used to belong to his cousins Olivia and Gabby, with a big yawn.

Day 4

2009-07-23T22:15:00.003-04:00

Day 3

2009-07-23T07:11:00.002-04:00

Kim enjoys a morning coffee (decaf) with Eli.

Eli is starting to open his eyes more and explore the world around him.

But there is still plenty of nap time.

The sun sets on another day.

Hello Grandpa and Grandma

2009-07-23T07:05:00.007-04:00

On Wednesday, Kim's parents greeted Eli for the first time. Grandma and Eli immediately bonded.

As did Grandpa and Eli.

Eli gets sleepy in Grandpa's lap...

...and falls asleep.

There aren't going to be any photos of Eli, are there?

2009-07-22T00:59:00.003-04:00

Ethan took a break from shooting photos of Eli Tuesday and let Marc capture some beautiful images.

Taking a snooze.
Eli with a view of UNC Hospitals in the background

Visits

2009-07-22T00:51:00.003-04:00

Eli had his first visitors Tuesday. Marc and Tiff came out and gave Eli some love.

Corey said hello as Eli said hello back.

Christine also stopped by.

Day 2

2009-07-22T00:44:00.004-04:00

Eli lets out a smile on Tuesday

Dad and Eli get to spend some quality time

As do Kim and Eli.

Eli Jacob Hyman

2009-07-20T21:10:00.005-04:00

At 11 hours old.

Welcome Eli

2009-07-20T21:00:00.003-04:00

After around 24 hours of labor, Eli Jacob Hyman was born at 12:28 a.m. July 20th. He weighs in at 8 lbs., 13 oz. and is 20 inches tall. It took an emergency C-section to get him out. At around 3:30 a.m., Kim gets to hold Eli for the first time.

One last piece of work

2009-07-20T20:53:00.002-04:00

Kim sends a quick email telling work she won't be in on Monday.

Away we go

2009-07-20T20:50:00.005-04:00

Kim shows off her belly before going to see Away We Go Saturday July 18th. The movie, about a couple having their first child, prompted Little E to say I have had enough of being inside. Two hours after the movie was over, Kim went into labor.
Our friend Taryn took this photo at the State Farmer's Market on July 5th. It proves Kim's belly is bigger than a watermelon.

A good perch

2009-07-12T15:38:00.003-04:00

Gabby's dog finds a good place to hang out during their visit in June.

Flowers in the back yard

2009-07-10T00:37:00.007-04:00

Kim and her niece Olivia head back inside after cutting flowers in our back yard.

Downtown growth

2009-07-10T00:35:00.003-04:00

Kim and Naomi cross the Boylan Avenue Bridge after having brunch downtown in June.

Checking out the big belly

2009-07-10T00:33:00.002-04:00

Kim's niece Gabby checks out the status of the baby's growth during a visit to Charlotte in June.

Ocracoke

2009-07-10T00:30:00.003-04:00

May 2009

Dad and child

2009-07-10T00:28:00.004-04:00

On Ocracoke Island.

Going on vacation

2009-07-10T00:27:00.003-04:00

Waiting for the ferry to Ocracoke on the North Carolina Outer Banks in May.

Continued growth

2009-07-10T00:24:00.002-04:00

In New York City in April

The bump

2009-07-10T00:21:00.006-04:00

Ethan's cousin Naomi and her husband Will check out the bump during the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival in Durham in April.

Snow and pregnancy

2009-07-10T00:13:00.005-04:00

The belly hadn't grown much during our January snow storm.

First Photo

2009-07-07T00:48:00.003-04:00

Here is the our first photo of Little-E, courtesy of Duke Perinatal Clinic.