Pot Licker

Growing up my parents and siblings would share silly stories about the nickname "Pot Licker!"  I had a general idea of what that was, but for sure understand the meaning and giggles that come with it.  Emily loves to play in the bathroom.  She will empty and fill the cupboards and drawers, repeatedly.  Lately I also find her standing by the toilet - "pot licker!"  I am grateful we keep the lid closed, the bathroom clean, and that Emily hasn't discovered the toilet paper - yet!

Spoons & Suckers

Emily has tried to feed herself with a spoon a few times.  She is able to get a little in her mouth, but most of it ends up on her hands or face.  At one points, she gave up on the spoon and tried to eat the yogurt with her hands.  Messy!

Also after a visit to the bank the other day, Emily got a taste of her first sucker.  Yummy!

"See"

Emily loves to play peek-a-boo, especially when folding laundry.  During my attempt to keep the laundry folded and Emily entertained, I will throw a dish towel over her head asking, "Where's Emily?"  She will then pull the towel off and say, "See."  I either giggle, "I see you!" or "Peek-a-boo!" 

The other day, I caught Emily entertaining herself with her jacket I had left out after a walk.  She would throw it on her head, exclaiming, "See!"  Emily would then pull the jacket off and laugh.  Silly girl!

A Bit Colder

The weather here is getting a bit colder, especially in the morning when Emily likes to take a walk.  My sweet mom has kept many of mine and my siblings treasures from our childhood, including toys and clothes.  She kept a coat and brought it down to us on one of her visits.  Emily looks so cute in it, nice and warm all bundled up.  I can't help but laugh that she can't put her arms down.  Oh well, she still loves the ride all warm and bundled.

 

Stand Up Comedian

Emily is a "stand up" comedian these days.  She has discovered the fun of exploring while standing up to everything: tables, chairs, the dishwasher, toilet, drawers, couch, toy car, stroller, and bookshelf.  When Emily gets to a standing position, she squeals with delight and has so much to say.  We love watching her gain confidence to explore more!

Vroom!

 

Emily has discovered new ways to push her little car around.  Sometimes she pushes it from the back and other times from the side.  No matter if it is the right way, as it is "Emily's way!"  She is sure cute to watch wheel the car around and buzz her lips together saying, "Vroom!"  The other day I caught her stacking books on the seat to take around the room.  So clever!

Tummy Sleepy Bug

Emily is a cute little sleepy bug.  Often when I check on her, she is curled tightly on her tummy, with her knees against her chest.  I love how she crawls around her crib when she wakes up and plays with her binkies.  I often hear her playing for some time before she is ready for us to get her.  She is sweet as can be!