Kingpin

Eli enjoyed a night of bowling last night. There was quite a wait at the local alley, so we occupied our time with 'hoops' (go figure), skeeball, and a few race car games. The skeeball was a trip to watch because Eli could not get the concept of rolling underhand, no matter how much his cousin, Rachel, tried to show him. I figured Eli would enjoy the actual game too, given that he repeatedly strayed over to the lanes while we were in the arcade with Rachel, Mom-Mom, and Aunt Megan. Finally our number was called and Eli put on his little bowling shoes (they were so small!). On his first attempt, Eli bowled a strike! There were bumpers up, but it was impressive, nonetheless. He even carried his ball out to the starting gate by himself half of the time. Of course, that same half found him triggering the 'buzzer' that sounds when you cross the line. As for surprises, Eli only tried to kick the ball (like a soccer ball) once! I'd have guessed he'd try attempt that at least half a dozen times... His favorite thing to say was "Peeens. Knock down."