Two Toddlers

Our babies love being cuddled, tickled, and loved on. Eleanor is very fond of saying "Mama (or Daddy) has two babies" (her emphasis)! Well, they are developing so quickly, we really have to admit they are no longer babies. But, as my Mama still calls me, Geoff and I will probably always call them our babies. So, our two toddlers are remarkable and smart!



Here is an update of their amazing talents:

Jackson (11 months old)

• Claps his hands when someone says "Yay" or "Good job!"
• Does some of the motions for "Itsy Bitsy Spider"
• Goes and gets books and opens them up to read
• Walks with support
• Crawls at lightening speed!
• Pushes the shapes into the shape sorter
• Wants to feed himself at every meal
• Giving big kisses
• Puts his hands on top of his head when his teacher says "Head!"
• Waves bye-bye

Nora Kate (28 months old)

• Sings the ABC's--pretty right on, although L,M,N,O,P are a bit jumbled (very cute)
  
• Jumps with her two feet together (yay!)
  
• Runs a lot and LOVES the game Tag
  
• Hums lullabies to anyone going to sleep
• Talks and cares for her baby dolls
• Loves the zoo and asks ("zoo now") to go there almost every day.
  
• Talks in complete sentences
• Understands and anticipates others' needs ("This would be easier for Mama if the light was on" and she turns on the light or asks, "Mama, do you need some?" for cheese, butter, any sauce, seconds for food. "Daddy, you need a blanket" or "Daddy needs water" as she runs to get a bottle of water)

So, there they are. It's almost Jack's birthday and his Grandma is coming for a visit! We are battling illnesses, but in good spirits. Our Christmas picture is done, so look forward to getting those within the next few weeks. The Babies Grove may be renamed....weigh in. Anyone have ideas for this blogs name? The Grove Gang?