We finally had the perfect afternoon free to set up the pool Emme got for her birthday last year (thanks, Smiths!). She never quite found the courage to actually get inside of it, but the sprinkler feature was a hit! We took turns running through the water and dipping our toes until E was ready for some relaxation and a snack in the shade. Our time spent outside wouldn’t be complete without finding a great stick and ‘tending’ to the plants....
21 Month Update
How could I not want 10 kids just like her! This little person is truly the best thing that’s ever happened to me! I want to give credit where credit is due — toddlers are incredibly bright! It’s outstanding that Emerson seems to understand most everything I say even without being very articulate herself. At 21 months she constantly learns news things and continually surprises mom and dad with new interests, expressions, words and emotions. Here’s a little break down of what she’s been up to… At the table Her favorite foods are still cheese, blueberries, yogurt and pasta but she’s been a lot more willing to try new things...
Birdy, Birdy, Birdy, Birdy….
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Wordless Wednesday #besties
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What’s Going on Back There?
Driving to daycare this morning we hit every stoplight which allowed me to contentedly watch Emerson in the rear view mirror. She concentrated intensely on threading the Velcro straps of her shoes through the holes only to remove them and start over again repeatedly. I love to catch her in the act of anything without her knowing I’m watching. We’ve come so far from the days of kicking and screaming at the sight of the car seat and crying to be let out only 30 minutes into a 4 hour drive. My busy little bee has found many interesting ways to pass the time in the back seat. I remember...