I never though I would.....

...have a son, let alone see his face on a billboard! My sister, Emily, a pediatrican, needed a cute yet cooperative model for her promotional materials. Her new practice was ready to start advertising! Erik and I took Eli to Emily's office and in her exam room we went. After a series of stethescopes, goofy faces by mama and papa, and a couple of tongue depressors, we had a camera full of photos. A couple of weeks later, we got a magnet in the mail from Emily. Cute! It sticks proudly to our fridge.

A week or so ago, Emily calls to inform us that the billboard is up! We promptly get in the car the next day and drive out to the location of the billboard. And I mean, it's wayyyyy out there. Rte 16 must go on for an eternity. But over a hill and into a gulley...there he is! A giant Eli and Emily! Complete with lights! Of course we have to return when we can take photos in the daylight and gawk even more. And for everyone who can't make it all the way to Pataskala, feast your eyes on this little baby!

We would be remiss if we failed to mention that, while pulled over on the side of the road to take in the sheer enormity of the billboard and impending fame, my entire family (minus Erik, Eli and I) was questioned by a State Highway patrolman for parking. I bet he thought he was in for a real treat but alas, dad explained that they were just looking. "Looking at what?" the patrolman asks. "The billboard of my daughter and grandson," dad explains as the flashlight shines into the back seat. As Emily's face is illuminated, the patrolman wishes everyone safe driving and a happy evening.