Kate is 18 months today. She is becoming a little lady and we love her so much! Lately, she wants to do everything we are doing. If we brush our teeth, she has to brush her teeth. If I put lotion on, she wants lotion on. If any child changes clothes, she wants to change her clothes. She tries to do all the things her big sister and brother are doing, even though she can't quite do them all.
Kate started taking steps about three weeks ago. FINALLY! I was at a bridal shower one evening and Vance sent me a video where she stood up and took three or four steps. We were so proud of her. Most of this summer she has crawled on the grass, dirty pavement, ground, etc. She wore holes in most of her jeans. So we are so excited she has started to walk and be more independent. It is still easier for her to crawl, but she now walks longer distances and her confidence has grown.
All About Kate:
1. Her laugh has a little bit of a growl in it:)
2. Sleeps 12 hours each night, naps 1-2 hours each afternoon. It's wonderful.
3. Says mama, dada, more, all done, water, ball, dog, go, diaper, etc. Yesterday she tried to mimic "Batman" at the dinner table.
4. Loves dogs! She can spot them before any of us and gets really excited. She has to pet them.
5. Sometimes tells us when she wants a diaper change.
6. Blows kisses and waves.
7. Most attached to mom. Usually wants to be held my mom.
8. Enjoys looking at books and singing songs.
9. Asks to go on her swing in the backyard by saying "Weeeeee"
10. Eats almost anything, although she's starting to get more opinionated.
11. Gets excited and jumps up and down for family prayers at night.
12. Often wants to pick out her own clothes. It doesn't matter what she picks, as long as she gets to wear what she chose.
13. She is in a VERY messy stage. Food several feet in all directions on the floor, wipes her sticky hands in her hair at every meal and snack. It is a lot of work, but she's pretty cute, so it's ok.
