18 Months: Lots to Say

“The way we communicate with others and with ourselves ultimately determines the quality of our lives” - Anthony Robbins

A rare, quiet, still moment in the life of this 18 month old

Fiona is now 18 months old and has A LOT to say!  Her language skills have grown exponentially over the last month.  She now accurately uses more than 20 words - with new ones magically coming out of her mouth every day.  Our gal continues to grow physically too - she's now in the 85% for weight and 90% for height.   We were proud to get a parenting gold star at her 18 month check-up.

Other notes from this month:

• Fiona's current favorite song is the ABCs.  She asks for it by name, saying "AaaaBeee, mama".
• Dancing has become a new, super-fun activity.  Fi readily stomps her feet, claps her hands, twirls , and makes a toddler-style fist pump whenever music starts playing.
• Is teething ever going to be over?  She's currently working on all 4 canine teeth at once.  Ugh.
• Fiona is now the loving mommy of her first babydoll. She loves this little thing -- and occasionally smothers it with her deep affection.



Swinging at Trinity Park with Daddy



Dancing in the kitchen while wearing ALL of my "bracelets"





Because, really, what outfit is complete without my trike helmet and purse?

Fiona with her baby