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17 Months - February 2006

February 21 - February 27, 2006
(1 year, 25 weeks)

We had a fun little party for Wilson.  Mommy let me help her make his cake and then we wrapped his gift.  I think he was very surprised.  Wilson is working on putting some of the photos from his birthday onto his web page.  I'll add a link when he is finished.

On Friday, I went to Chuck E. Cheese with my friends Sammy and Madison.  It was so much fun.  We ate hot dogs, pizza, and fries.  We rode lots of rides and we even stayed out a little past our bedtime!  My favorite parts were the carousel and the yellow bus.  I even learned how to put the tokens into the machines thanks to Daddy.  Mommy liked the ski ball best.  I hope we go back soon.

Yesterday I got to see my baby brother.  Mommy had an ultrasound and Daddy and I came along.  I pointed to the screen and said baby and then I looked at Mommy's belly.  I wonder how he got from Mommy's belly onto the TV?  Maybe he knows Elmo.  I'll have to ask.

Today at swim class I got to jump through a hoop into the pool.  Miss Barbara and Mommy helped of course but I was hooked the minute I tried it.  I can be cautious but I do have a daring side too.

"Round and round."

February 14 - February 20, 2006
(1 year, 24 weeks)

On Monday I went to the Children's museum with Katie and Sammy.  I had so much fun.  The last time I went I wasn't walking yet and it was just ok.  Now that I can walk I was able to explore all of the exhibits.  Two of my favorite places were the TV producer area and the water room.  I also learned that I weigh 20.5 milk jugs!  Not too scientific I know, but roughly that equates to 20.5 lbs. assuming their scale is accurate.

I also got to meet Elmo in person.  A bunch of us went to his birthday party.  I got a balloon and Mommy got a cupcake.  I wasn't too scared when I met Elmo but I didn't want him touching me either.

Thursday is Wilson's birthday!  Hurray.  Mommy and I are planning something special for him.  First we are going to pick out a new toy for him and then we are going to make a special doggie cake.  I've seen Wilson open presents before but I think I might need to help him blow out his candles.

"Testing 1, 2, 3."
 

New Words:  Giraffe, Blue, Monkey, Elmo, and Cookie
Hear New Words: 17 Months...

February 7 - February 13, 2006
(1 year, 23 weeks)

I like to twirl.  'Round and around I spin until I get dizzy.  It is so fun!

I learned a few new words this past week such as no, knee, and giraffe.  My favorite new word is "no."  I even wag my first finger as I say it (something that neither Mommy or Daddy do).  When I tell Mommy that I am hungry she will ask "would you like green beans?"  I say "no."  "Would you like cheese?" "No."  Would you like corned beef?"  Finally, I say "yeah."  Usually this conversation consists of Mommy offering me about a half dozen more items until I find something that sounds good.  I think Mommy is getting frustrated that I prefer to say no more than yes.

I got a new toy.  It is a monkey that sings "Head, Shoulders, Knees, & Toes."  I am starting to touch my body parts as the monkey sings the words.

"Could this game be any more boring?"
(Super Bowl 40)

January 31 - February 6, 2006
(1 year, 22 weeks)

On Wednesday after my nap I awoke to gigantic ball pit week in my living room.  Uncle Jeffrey and Aunt Lauren bought me this really great ball pit for my birthday and Mommy decided that blowing it up was the perfect solution to a gloomy January.  I couldn't agree more.  The gigantic ball pit has 6 action packed sides for me to play with.  I particularly enjoy shooting hoops - albeit from the inside out - and talking on the giant blow up phone receiver.  I've had 3 different ball pit play dates and all my friends agree that the ball pit rocks.  Mommy says that we can enjoy the ball pit until Friday so that she can reclaim the living room.  I'll be so sad to see it go.

I have my first official job!  Shhhh...don't tell the labor law folks!  Anyway my job is feeding Wilson!  It is so much fun.  Mommy scoops the food into the cup and then I carry the cup to Wilson's bowl and dump.  Since he gets two cups I get to do it twice!  Then I return the cup to the food container, Mommy closes the lid, and I push it back into the closet.  It's almost as fun as cleaning up my spilled milk with a paper towel.

"Shoot 2 Rachel - Shoot 2! (clap, clap)"

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