I see I have two blog drafts sitting in my inbox that I still haven't posted. One from Lucy's first birthday and another from 15 months. Is this what parenthood will be like forever? Even with summer break, I can't seem to finish a single blog post. How sad and what a poor display of my ability to multi-task.
Lucy had her 18 month check-up today. She is still a tall, lean cookie - measuring 33" in height and a "whopping" 23.7#. I feel like she's gained so much weight but we aren't even up to 25# yet! We will be moving into size 4 diapers, finally, to accommodate her growing tummy from all the food she eats.
She drinks like a camel and eats like a pig - all helping her grow tall like a weed.
Two weeks ago she solidified her ability to deliver the infamous toddler "oh oh". Her mouth puckers like a fish prepping to kiss it's fisherman and she says it with such gusto, you think something might really be wrong. Turns out, she's dramatic. Between her "oh oh's" and temper tantrums, G & I have a constant smirk on our faces. Sometimes we can't help but laugh - we try really hard to turn our cheeks so she can't seem our humor but I'm sure she sneaks a peek.
As much as we try to guide her up and down staircases, she snuck down a set on her own this week. We were both very surprised she managed to do it all of her own and without bumps or bruises, because after all, she is our child. It was the same day we went on our first Burley bike trailer ride. We opted for starting short and going across the street to the cul-de-sac and back but she requested more and more. We took her for a short 3 mile bike ride to the community center and back. She LOVED it. And, she even didn't mind her helmet once we were on the road.
This past month we also learned that small wee children have quite the reaction to a simple mosquito bite. After 12 hours overnight, she looked like Sloth from The Goonies. Luckily, she was still in good spirits despite her deformation.
Also, as of this week - she's solidified her ability to cover her eyes and say "boo". Again, with her flare for the dramatic, it's quite the site to witness.
We've also been excited that Lucy has shown an interest in potting training. She's tackled the #1 & #2 so far and indicates when she might want/need to do.
She's great at telling us exactly what she wants. Whether it's water in her sippy cup or her specific water bottle - she lets us know. That, or she has a temper tantrum.
I love this stage. I love all the cuddles she still gives when she wakes up from her naps or is sleepy. I love how energetic she is and wants to find new things to do. I love she tries to tickle us until we giggle or climbs all over us like a jungle gym. I love to watch her curiosity blossoms in this world.
I can't wait to see what else is in store for us!
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