9 Months

It is hard to believe Emily is 9 months!  She is growing and changing right before our eyes in so many ways.  These are some of the milestones and memories of the past month:

• Emily has discovered her voice.  She loves making different sounds: t, b, m, a.
• Whenever Emily eats she says, "mmm."  So cute!
• Emily loves to "read" books, especially turning the pages
• She loves flapping her arms up and down when she is excited and singing "mmm"
• Emily has discovered her toes and feet.  They are some of her favorite toys to play with.  She loves to cross her legs when she is playing.
• Emily went on 3 trips to St. George and was a great traveler through it all!
• Emily loves to feed herself using her pincher grip.  She loves Cheerios, graham crackers, and puffs.
• Strangers and loved ones often comment on Emily's beautiful, blue eyes and happiness.
• Emily loves to play with mom and dad on the floor.
• Simple household things are Emily's favorite toys: Tupperware, markers, cups, paper, and spoons.
• Emily is a great giggler.  Her laugh is simply contagious.
• Emily's hair is growing long and becoming strawberry blond.  It is getting close to being able to be in a piggy tail.
• When placed on her tummy, Emily likes to backwards crawl.  She hasn't figured out she is moving yet.  Time is of the essence. . .

As this list shows, Emily is the bright spot of our days and nights.  We love her more than words can say!