As the Toddler Emerges

Lily is now 15 months old! She is growing so fast and changing everyday. It is really amazing how quickly she learns new things. Her resume now includes:

• ability to shake her bootie like a salsa dancer
• identify and vocalize several animal noises including horse, cow, dog, sheep, pig, monkey and elephant
• basic silverware dexterity
• excellent palate especially for snickerdoodle cookies
  
• awareness of personal hygiene needs (can tell us when she is poopie)
• proficient with a sippy
• blossoming organizational skills (we hope...she puts her toys away)

And we keep adding to the list! OK, I am starting to brag :) so onto the "opportunities"...
Lily can throw tantrums. As she matures and comes to understand the world around her, she is also learning to communicate her likes and dislikes. For example, Lily likes cookies. Lily dislikes when she cannot have cookies first thing in the morning. Lily likes exploring and running around. Lily dislikes being strapped down to a stroller or shopping cart for longer than 10 minutes. Lily likes the outdoors. Lily dislikes it when mommy doesn't let her eat dirt. So as the toddler emerges, Dave and I are faced with new challenges. But we are truly cherishing every experience. Lily is growing and learning....as are we.