Night Night

Bedtime routine is pretty much the most consistent out of all the routines we have. Ian is picking up more and more phrases and words weekly, and this week he's even acting out a familiar scene!

Caught on VIDEO with his little people is the "game" that Ian began on his own (even though he's being prompted a little bit here)...kiss the little person goodnight, put them in bed, and say "Niii niiii!" He usually lays his head on top of the little person before uprooting them from bed, but this video gives you the general idea! :D

I must say it's one of the more exciting moments I've had as a mommy so far...watching his little imagination take root and come out through play! :)

Mommy, mommy, mommy!!!!

Yes, that's what I have been hearing a LOT of lately, and it is the most wonderful sound in the whole world!!! :D

He's also started remembering parts in books, either acting them out, or repeating key action words from the specific page (choo-choo noises for train, angry "no, no" at 'bad' parts, etc). Such the bookworm he is!

To add to his growing independence, he's slowly mastering the art of the cup. He gets upset when he spills it, which is sort of cute, but I kind of feel bad for him as it's only water! (Try explaining that to a crying almost-2-year-old!). I would say the art of eating with the utensil is very well developed, he even manages to pick up his sippy cup, fork still in hand, and not poke his eye out!

Recently he has also been demonstrating his ability to point out his nose and eyes...and all to happily (and slightly TOO enthusiasticly) he will also poke--err--point out the parts on us as well. We're working on ears, but he's still taking that as a cue to grab our nose. LOL.

Tonight I walked into bathtime to observe Ian letting daddy help him float on his back in the bathtub! Too bad it's getting too chilly for swimming! We'll have to hope for a few more warm days to see what he'll do in the pool.

One funny thing I noticed today that he still hasn't mastered...he still goes backwards only on his ride-on truck. Super funny! Although, he understands he NEEDS to go forwards, wanting me to push him the whole way!

Lastly, rounding out his newly developed skills is a major hazard. Our little thinker has figured out that many objects can be pushed up to tables and counters as a handy dandy makeshift stepstool. No surface is safe! Ok, well the backs of the counters still are out of reach until he figures out how to get back there. Praying for time...lol.

Really it's truly amazing to watch the wheels in his little head spinning and learning to figure out so many things. God has created within us this amazing initiative to learn, explore, and DO...all from the very beginning...and I'm so blessed to have a front row ticket! :)

Turning up in odd places...

So, Friday didn't bring a post as we were working our way out of town for a beautiful wedding! We even had the clothes to dress up...but it turns out he got to nap and play with the Hibbs instead of getting fancified! I don't think he was very unhappy with the choices...sit and be quiet for a long time, or run about and have fun...hmmm, which would you choose, as a little one? I opted for cake, lol. No, seriously, I'm so happy for Sarah! Congratulations!

Well, here's a few interesting places Ian has turned up the past week or so!

In a cute suit! (Not to be confused with a zoot suit...haha I'm so funny!)


Hanging out to dry...almost literally!


In an itsy bitsy rocking chair!


Seeing family and friends was wonderful...and we have all noticed how BIG he is getting! Yes, in those size 2T clothes and 5 1/2 shoe he's looking quite big indeed. And, having learned to call out "mommy, mommy, mommy!" really puts into perspective that he's not a teeny little baby any more. How amazing, and what a blessing! :)

Sculpting (Interpretive)

Hooray, so I took a risk today, and broke out the Play-Doh. Success! He is the budding artist, making beautiful sculptures! Here's a rundown of the activity, which he thoroughly enjoyed!

YES, he did try to eat it, but only a couple of times! He listened so well, and repeated the "blyuchky" noise!



Just a pinch...it was his favorite thing to do at first, feel it all squishy between his fingers (mom prefers this instead of food!).


Then, his favorite game turned into...open the container, take the play-doh out, put it back in, close the lid, grab new color, repeat!


And, this was the pink flamingo he made for Aunt Kathy...(if you don't see it, understand it's very interpretive sculpture!) :)

Randomness of a 15 month old!

Ok, we're back up and running...packing up, visiting family and friends, unpacking and then FINALLY getting internet (no kudos for you Shentel) takes a lot of time and energy...especially when running after a very busy toddler and growing a new baby! So, here we go...with a new look and renewed energy! I'm aiming for Wednesdays and/or Fridays...you know what that means, enjoy new posts whenever they happen to show up! Ha!

I have also decided there will be no more monthly summary...it's a little harder now that some milestones are farther apart and changes are more subtle. So...I'll try to chronicle as much as I can as it comes up!

Be sure to vote at the poll on the right...will Ian have a brother or sister? One thing I do know for sure, he is going to be a phenomenal BIG brother! :)