I'm still a "mean mommy" and limit her TV watching to almost none at all. It just kills me that she knows exactly where the most comfy and best viewing spot on the couch is even though I don't let her watch anything except for the music stations.Notice she has sunglasses, a kazoo and a number of magazines to help her feel better. Isn't that the usual cure for the common cold?
One of our new favorite activities is teaching Stella how to "play" the guitar when Daddy gets home from work. It's such fun to watch him attempt to show her where to put her fingers. She sits so patiently, listening to everything Nick is saying. Mostly though I think she would rather get up and dance.
Our little girl will be 17 months old, 3 days from now. She can count to two, she tries to swat bugs and says, "bug" right after her attempted swat, she LOVES blowing bubbles, takes her shoes off anytime she's in a carseat or stroller, is starting to help dress and undress herself, eats with a fork and spoon (most of the time...but it's still faster to use her hands), holds my hand when we cross the street or walk through parking lots, participates in storytime at the library and tries to do the motions with each song, throws things away in the trash when asked, knows to not touch the stuff in the trash "YUCKY"...we continue to be amazed at how smart she is. I just hope we're teaching her enough everyday. Am I missing opportunities? Am I giving her all she needs? I'm sure these are questions that I'll always be asking myself. Overall...we're having more fun than ever!
