John Alfred Eliason

 John was born Wednesday, February 27, 2013.  He weighed 6 pounds 5 ounces and was 20.5 inches long.  His brothers made this welcome home sign.  The boys are thrilled that there are now more boys than girls in the family.  John was named for both of his grandfathers.  His brothers were named for their four great-grandfathers. 

 Lillian was excited to find her little brother and is signing "baby."  John spent his first two nights in their rental home in a laundry basket. 

 Kristilyn with beautiful John.  See what beautiful hair and perfectly shaped head he has. 

 Kristilyn, Mark, and 40-hour-old John. 

 Lillian loves lotion so the new "lotion" (hand sanitizer) is used very frequently. 

 Peacefully sleeping

 James and Grant are thrilled with their new brother.  "He's so cute!"

 His eyes aren't open a lot yet but they are beautiful.  He has a dimple in his chin like his brothers. 

 Amelia and Lillian spent moving day at Grandma's house.  Amelia  used her dish as a hat. 

 Amelia in her pajamas with her blue purse, flower in her hair, and sunglasses.  She is standing at the top of the steps leading to the children's bedrooms and bathroom. 

On Saturday, March 2, 2013, the family moved back into their 100-year-old house that has been renovated, doubled in size, and completely updated.  It looks the same size from the front but once inside, it is very large with the most modern conveniences and designs.  The original wood floors, enclosed bookcases, and rounded archway from that period have been retained.  They love their neighborhood and especially the kind people who live there.  Their friends and neighbors have been incredibly kind in helping them with their children and with the move.