Last Saturday, we wrote down all of the words that Sonja could say and understand. I think there were about 30 words on the list, including names. By Wednesday, the number doubled and each day she adds a few more. Mama, Dada, Auntie, Papa, Emma, Amiee, Hannah, Missy (Marissa), Becky, Asher, Nell, Dee (Katie), baby, peas, cheese, agua, teeth, various commands and directions. Yesterday, Ryan heard her talking after nap. Sonja was holding one of her dolls and saying "baby, no shoes...baby, no shoes...baby, no shoes". All day, she talked about shoes and feet. Today, she talked about shoes and feet. I anticipate that tomorrow she will talk about shoes and feet.
She's grown up into quite the little girl this summer. She carries her little watering can across the parking lot to water the vegetables. She eats raw snap peas and tomatoes from the garden. She climbs on everything (linen closet shelves, pedestal sink, kitchen counter via the bar stool, the toilet to see out the window, playground equipment and rock climbing walls, etc.). She is aware of painted nails, jewelry, and teeth. She loves to dance and we regularly have dance parties in the living room, initiated after dinner by Sonja.
We have enjoyed many activities and visitors this summer; 2 trips to the mid west (car + plane), a few ferry rides, first swimming pool, a trip to a beach house with friends, and an early summer camping trip in the rain. We're hoping that Sonja will take round #2 of the camping this week in style. She thought it was time to party when Ryan and I zipped open the tent last time and refused to keep sleeping. We hope to post a picture of a well rested little lady later this weekend!
3 comments:
She can say happy! What a happy little girl! And she can say the number 2. She'll be ready for that next birthday of hers:).
And look at all that hair! We miss you guys!
Sonja,
You are just beautiful! We feel very blessed at the time we were able to spend with you this summer!
We love you!
Love,
Emma
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