Emily took 11 steps on Sunday, and then just took off on Monday. She was walking all over the place, so I gave up counting and just made it "official."
Shawn called Joshua a "poopie butt", and Joshua replies "No, not poopie butt. Cookie butt!" I guess we know where all those sugar cookies went! :-) On the note of cookies, we've had fun eating the gingerbread men. We never got around to decorating them, but Joshua didn't know any better. He was quite dramatic about missing heads, missing arms and legs and then the tummy being in his mouth. "Oh no! No head!! Can't see!!".... :-)
We've been working on the alphabet, and Joshua is frequently singing "every letter makes a sound - the 's' says "sss," followed by asking: "what next, mama?" His favorites are "s", "h" and "p".
Emily is saying her first word with meaning: "uh oh". She will drop (or throw) something, and then say "uh oh."
She ate some of the leftover lasagna from Christmas and loved it! It was a huge mess, but ended with a very happy girl!
She & Joshua played outside today. Emily joined him at the sandbox, but I had to keep telling her not to eat the sand! (YUK!) Emily climbed up the slide, and would stand at the top. Joshua would come up behind her, sit down with his legs around her and then hug her as they both went down the slide. They both loved it! They also have both been playing in the Jeep - both outside and inside. We keep it inside, but unplugged, and they will climb all over it, and sit and pretend to drive it. Emily likes to throw things into it and then fall halfway in trying to get them out - usually Joshua ends up getting it (typically a ball or a car) and giving it back to her. When outside, Emily stand up, holding onto the windshield and bouncing while Joshua drives.
Emily has been doing great weaning from breastfeeding! She only nurses in the mornings now, and her night-time bottle has been a mixture of formula, Lactaid, and water. Sunday night she spit it out at first, but then decided it might be all she'd get, so she drank it. Since then, she's taken it without any trouble. Next will be to get to all Lactaid, and then we'll deal with switching from bottle to cup.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Christmas Day
Since Joshua had gone to bed so early, he woke up before 7a. Shawn went and laid on his floor to keep him quiet for a little longer. I made cinnamon rolls, and then decided to let Joshua watch TV while Shawn rested a bit longer. It didn't take long for us both to want to see Joshua open his gifts, so we headed downstairs. He spotted the Jeep right away and exclaimed "Monster Truck!" He got in, saying "climb aboard?" and started to pretend drive. When we showed him that it would really move, he was ecstatic! We didn't really want him driving it in the house, so then we had to make a trip outside. It was SOO cold, but neither Shawn nor Joshua seemed to mind. Joshua doesn't really drive. He will turn the wheel completely one direction, and then just go in circles. He also likes to stop and start, pretending to wait for red lights, trains or planes, with his typical "wait, wait, wait!"
When they finally came back inside, he went straight for the presents, asking to "see what's inside". It was great watching his excitement over each one. He would read the book, or play with the toy for a bit, and then ask "what's next, Daddy?" When he had opened all his, we explained the rest were for Emily. He seemed to understand, and went to playing with his new toys. As soon as I came down with Emily, Joshua dropped what he was playing with, ran over to Emily and said "Look Myee! Presents for Myee. See what's inside?" He ran to the tree, got hers out and put them in a pile in the middle of the floor with a "Here you go, Myee." Then, of course, he proceeded to assist in the opening process. :-) As is typical for her age, Emily was more interested in the bows and wrapping paper, than the gifts.
We went over to Mom & Dad's in the afternoon for dinner and more presents. Joshua had a blast playing with his cousins, Matthew & Christopher! Before opening gifts, Dad went over the Christmas story with figurines, using the kids' help. Joshua was insistent that all the figurines be lined up in a straight row and not in the typical manger setting! The boys had fun blowing out the birthday candles in Jesus' cake.
Emily enjoyed the attention from her cousin Katherine, her aunt Mary and, of course, Grandma. She took about 4 or 5 unassisted steps while there, and was SO proud of herself! Mary gave her a piece of celery to try, and we found she does not like celery!! (Which, by the way, she also does NOT like anything with cinnamon in it, or raisins.)
On the way home, we drove around the block looking at the Christmas lights. Joshua was pretty tired, but did comment on the ones that caught his attention - like trains, snowmen and Baby Jesus.
When they finally came back inside, he went straight for the presents, asking to "see what's inside". It was great watching his excitement over each one. He would read the book, or play with the toy for a bit, and then ask "what's next, Daddy?" When he had opened all his, we explained the rest were for Emily. He seemed to understand, and went to playing with his new toys. As soon as I came down with Emily, Joshua dropped what he was playing with, ran over to Emily and said "Look Myee! Presents for Myee. See what's inside?" He ran to the tree, got hers out and put them in a pile in the middle of the floor with a "Here you go, Myee." Then, of course, he proceeded to assist in the opening process. :-) As is typical for her age, Emily was more interested in the bows and wrapping paper, than the gifts.
We went over to Mom & Dad's in the afternoon for dinner and more presents. Joshua had a blast playing with his cousins, Matthew & Christopher! Before opening gifts, Dad went over the Christmas story with figurines, using the kids' help. Joshua was insistent that all the figurines be lined up in a straight row and not in the typical manger setting! The boys had fun blowing out the birthday candles in Jesus' cake.
Emily enjoyed the attention from her cousin Katherine, her aunt Mary and, of course, Grandma. She took about 4 or 5 unassisted steps while there, and was SO proud of herself! Mary gave her a piece of celery to try, and we found she does not like celery!! (Which, by the way, she also does NOT like anything with cinnamon in it, or raisins.)
On the way home, we drove around the block looking at the Christmas lights. Joshua was pretty tired, but did comment on the ones that caught his attention - like trains, snowmen and Baby Jesus.
Christmas Eve
We went to the Christmas Eve service at Cypress Bible, and both the kids enjoyed the music! They started and ended with "Christmas Eve" by the TransSiberian Orchestra - one of my favorites. I just can't be still during that song, and neither could the kids. Joshua was "directing" and nodding his head, and Emily was jumping and swaying her head. It was a candle-light service, and Joshua wanted to smell the candles - as well and eat them, break them, peel them.... Neither of them had napped well, so they both fell asleep on the way home. We were able to transfer them to bed, and work on finishing getting all their gifts ready. We finally put together the Jeep that Shawn's dad had given Joshua for his birthday. We put a big bow on it and had it sitting in the living room, ready for him to see as soon as he came downstairs.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Dec 23
I'm fixing Emily's breakfast, both are sitting at the table and I hear: "Myee closer, mama" (he pulled her highchair closer to him.) then "Hi Myee, I'm Tatua. Fun dinner. ... Yummy milk. Try it?" :-)
Emily's front left tooth finally broke through! When she has her pacifier in, she will pop it out, babble something very intentionally, and then put it back in. She is starting to wave, but it's rather random still. Joshua is just sure she is doing the sign for milk, and keeps telling me to get it for her.
Joshua noticed the presents under the tree yesterday. He put them all on the couch and then plopped down next to them expectantly. Although he did obediently put them all back under the tree when asked to. Fortunately, it's only 2 more days til Christmas, and he seemed to understand that!
Monday, December 20, 2010
Dec 20
Went on hayride last night, both enjoyed the music. Joshua liked the lights for awhile, but then got bored.
Today, while shopping, J saw a PetCo, & asked to go "in there, mama". We weren't in a rush, so we did. He loved seeing all the animals - fish, turtles, snakes, lizards, mice, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets & birds. We even saw a few dogs, which he petted.
I was wrapping presents & Joshua asked what I was doing. When I told him, he said, "oh, understand, mama." :-) I guess because I'm always asking him if he understands what I've just told him.
I was changing Emily's diaper yesterday and gave her a toy to distract her. She grabbed my hand with one of hers, and with the other, pushed the toy into my hand. When I closed my hand around it, she smiled and squealed. She definitely likes "giving and taking."
Joshua & Emily are very different, so it's funny when they do something alike. For example, they both like to put things in cups and then pour them out onto themselves - usually on their face, and especially with water in the tub. And they both seem to know instinctively what to do with stuffed animals and blankets. They bury their faces in them and hug them!
Today, while shopping, J saw a PetCo, & asked to go "in there, mama". We weren't in a rush, so we did. He loved seeing all the animals - fish, turtles, snakes, lizards, mice, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets & birds. We even saw a few dogs, which he petted.
I was wrapping presents & Joshua asked what I was doing. When I told him, he said, "oh, understand, mama." :-) I guess because I'm always asking him if he understands what I've just told him.
I was changing Emily's diaper yesterday and gave her a toy to distract her. She grabbed my hand with one of hers, and with the other, pushed the toy into my hand. When I closed my hand around it, she smiled and squealed. She definitely likes "giving and taking."
Joshua & Emily are very different, so it's funny when they do something alike. For example, they both like to put things in cups and then pour them out onto themselves - usually on their face, and especially with water in the tub. And they both seem to know instinctively what to do with stuffed animals and blankets. They bury their faces in them and hug them!
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Dec 16
I was able to get a really cheap remote control car for Shawn. He opened it right away and he and Joshua had a blast!! Shawn would race it around and Joshua was chasing the car laughing and squealing. Emily started chasing the car too, but she couldn't keep up with the boys. I think they played for at least half an hour - Joshua was all hot and sweaty, but still asking for more when they finally stopped.J
Joshua has been taking either no nap, or if he does nap, he is awake in his crib until 11pm! We were going to bed the other night, and looked at the monitor to see him awake, sitting in there reading books!!
We went Christmas shopping and the bookstore may as well have been a candy store for Joshua!! He wanted every book, and we must've read at least 20 while in the store. We left with only two and a disappointed boy. I guess we need to start going back to the library!
In the clothes store, I was holding Emily and looking at some pants when I turned around to hear Joshua say "picture me, mama". He had found a christmas headband, put it on and wanted his picture taken! He likes going in the different stores. We'd pass by some and he'd point and say “in this store?" He was sad when I said we were going home. (until I mentioned the mailbox, that is.)
His latest saying is "look me, mama". (look at me!) Today it was in reference to climbing the OUTSIDE of the staircase, and to hopping like a frog.
Emily is wanting more "real" food now. I made rice & tuna for Joshua, seasoned with olive oil and garlic. He picked out the tuna, said "yuk!" and then wouldn't eat it. So I put some on Emily's plate and she loved it! :)
She loves her baths! I was bathing Joshua, but had Emily in just a diaper so I could put her in when Joshua was clean. I had to push her bottom down a few times when she was balancing on the edge of the tub, but the last time I wasn't fast enough and she “jumped” in. I caught her in the act, so she wasn't even under water for a second. After the initial shock, she started laughing and splashing!
I started the number/dot cards and Emily loves them. She smiles every time I pull them out. Joshua likes the word cards, but Emily seems to like the number ones better. (12/8)
Emily has "found" her tongue the last few days. She will sit there and stick it out and try to grab it with her fingers. She also likes to open my mouth to try to touch mine (or Shawn's).
She likes to give and take now. She'll feed me her cookies, or give me a toy, and then take it back. :)
Joshua has been taking either no nap, or if he does nap, he is awake in his crib until 11pm! We were going to bed the other night, and looked at the monitor to see him awake, sitting in there reading books!!
We went Christmas shopping and the bookstore may as well have been a candy store for Joshua!! He wanted every book, and we must've read at least 20 while in the store. We left with only two and a disappointed boy. I guess we need to start going back to the library!
In the clothes store, I was holding Emily and looking at some pants when I turned around to hear Joshua say "picture me, mama". He had found a christmas headband, put it on and wanted his picture taken! He likes going in the different stores. We'd pass by some and he'd point and say “in this store?" He was sad when I said we were going home. (until I mentioned the mailbox, that is.)
His latest saying is "look me, mama". (look at me!) Today it was in reference to climbing the OUTSIDE of the staircase, and to hopping like a frog.
Emily is wanting more "real" food now. I made rice & tuna for Joshua, seasoned with olive oil and garlic. He picked out the tuna, said "yuk!" and then wouldn't eat it. So I put some on Emily's plate and she loved it! :)
She loves her baths! I was bathing Joshua, but had Emily in just a diaper so I could put her in when Joshua was clean. I had to push her bottom down a few times when she was balancing on the edge of the tub, but the last time I wasn't fast enough and she “jumped” in. I caught her in the act, so she wasn't even under water for a second. After the initial shock, she started laughing and splashing!
I started the number/dot cards and Emily loves them. She smiles every time I pull them out. Joshua likes the word cards, but Emily seems to like the number ones better. (12/8)
Emily has "found" her tongue the last few days. She will sit there and stick it out and try to grab it with her fingers. She also likes to open my mouth to try to touch mine (or Shawn's).
She likes to give and take now. She'll feed me her cookies, or give me a toy, and then take it back. :)
Monday, December 13, 2010
Dec 13
When we're driving, Joshua calls the sidewalks "train tracks", and then get upset that they are "broken" when there is an intersection. :)
The other morning, I was trying to explain to him what a carousel was. He looks at me and says intently "Mama, not know what talking bout!" (I guess he hears me tell him that..) We had a great time at the mall with friends. We rode a little train, rode the carousel and played on the playground.
Last night we went to the children's Christmas concert. Both J & E enjoyed it! Joshua was singing & dancing - especially the first 15 minutes - then he got a bit bored. He "read" us the whole story of Jonah & the whale out of the hymnal! Daniel & the lion's den was mentioned as well. (He likes the sound effects for Jonah's being swallowed and vomited, and also counting out the three days.) But he was still listening to the concert, because at one point he heard them say "angel" and he looked up and pointed at the angel. Emily kept shaking her head, jumping and waving her arms to the music. She also enjoyed the attention from those in the seats around her. :)
Joshua asks to go to the mailbox everyday and cries when there are no "toybooks" (toy advertisements) in mailbox. I don't know what were going to do after Christmas when they stop coming!!
The other morning, I was trying to explain to him what a carousel was. He looks at me and says intently "Mama, not know what talking bout!" (I guess he hears me tell him that..) We had a great time at the mall with friends. We rode a little train, rode the carousel and played on the playground.
Last night we went to the children's Christmas concert. Both J & E enjoyed it! Joshua was singing & dancing - especially the first 15 minutes - then he got a bit bored. He "read" us the whole story of Jonah & the whale out of the hymnal! Daniel & the lion's den was mentioned as well. (He likes the sound effects for Jonah's being swallowed and vomited, and also counting out the three days.) But he was still listening to the concert, because at one point he heard them say "angel" and he looked up and pointed at the angel. Emily kept shaking her head, jumping and waving her arms to the music. She also enjoyed the attention from those in the seats around her. :)
Joshua asks to go to the mailbox everyday and cries when there are no "toybooks" (toy advertisements) in mailbox. I don't know what were going to do after Christmas when they stop coming!!
Friday, December 10, 2010
Dec 10
Yesterday Emily took her first step. She was holding onto the playzone and took one step to me on the couch. No more today, but I'm sure more will follow soon.
Tonight Shawn said he had a "Father/Son moment": Joshua asked for some of Shawn's steak! aaand, he ate all of it and even asked for more! :)
Tonight Shawn said he had a "Father/Son moment": Joshua asked for some of Shawn's steak! aaand, he ate all of it and even asked for more! :)
Monday, December 6, 2010
Dec 6
Emily is walking!! Well, with the walker, that is ;-), but I'm sure it won't be long now!!
She loves putting things in and taking them out of containers, and seeing what fits and what doesn't.
Joshua keeps asking to see the birds eggs in the wreaths, because he thinks they are nests. He's been pretty good with the tree, but he was ringing one of the bells and knocked off a glass ornament, so now he can't ring the bells either.
He frequently says "fun nap, mama" when he wakes, but now it's been extended to "fun lunch, mama" and "fun bath"... :)
He asks everyday to go to the mailbox to get more "toy books". He just pores over them and will exclaim, "tata found it, mama. Tata found car!" (or elephant, or dinosaur, or train, or whatever he sees that is interesting...)
--> on a side note, I wonder if he says that for the things he knows the names to. If so, how would it feel to look thru catalogs and see so many things that you have no idea what they are?!
He'll ask me to "read" the toy books to him, and he'll point to something and ask what it is. When I answer, he'll say, "right, mama", like he was quizzing me, instead of me asking him.
On way home from grocery store yesterday, Emily was crying & I hear Joshua saying "what matter, sweetheart? what wrong, sweetheart? Tata here." awww, He's such a good big brother!! I think she'll actually be sad to be turned facing forward in the car, because she won't be able to see him as well. They love "talking" back & forth and laughing together!
She loves putting things in and taking them out of containers, and seeing what fits and what doesn't.
Joshua keeps asking to see the birds eggs in the wreaths, because he thinks they are nests. He's been pretty good with the tree, but he was ringing one of the bells and knocked off a glass ornament, so now he can't ring the bells either.
He frequently says "fun nap, mama" when he wakes, but now it's been extended to "fun lunch, mama" and "fun bath"... :)
He asks everyday to go to the mailbox to get more "toy books". He just pores over them and will exclaim, "tata found it, mama. Tata found car!" (or elephant, or dinosaur, or train, or whatever he sees that is interesting...)
--> on a side note, I wonder if he says that for the things he knows the names to. If so, how would it feel to look thru catalogs and see so many things that you have no idea what they are?!
He'll ask me to "read" the toy books to him, and he'll point to something and ask what it is. When I answer, he'll say, "right, mama", like he was quizzing me, instead of me asking him.
On way home from grocery store yesterday, Emily was crying & I hear Joshua saying "what matter, sweetheart? what wrong, sweetheart? Tata here." awww, He's such a good big brother!! I think she'll actually be sad to be turned facing forward in the car, because she won't be able to see him as well. They love "talking" back & forth and laughing together!
Friday, December 3, 2010
Dec 3
On the 1st, Joshua was snacking on some animal crackers, and we gave one to Emily. When we put the bag away, Emily threw a real fit. She cried, and banged her head on Shawn's leg until he got the bag and gave her one. Then she lit up and smiled. I wasn't sure who to laugh at - Emily's antics or Shawn's giving in to them!!
Emily is trying more foods, much to Joshua's delights. He wants to give her everything he is eating, and, fortunately, he asks me first! She ate lunchmeat yesterday, and some of Shawn's potatoes and pork tonight.
Joshua has been reading alot the last couple days. He is letting me read the whole story to him, instead of just looking at pictures or having to give him the short version.
Emily is trying more foods, much to Joshua's delights. He wants to give her everything he is eating, and, fortunately, he asks me first! She ate lunchmeat yesterday, and some of Shawn's potatoes and pork tonight.
Joshua has been reading alot the last couple days. He is letting me read the whole story to him, instead of just looking at pictures or having to give him the short version.
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