You sang a song . . .

Today you sang me a song. You used the chrous of one of your favorite Raffi tunes (I think it was "Who Built the Ark? (Noah, Noah)", but you sang the chorus entirely of "Moms". Love that you are such a fan sweetheart! I am sure one day you want even want to hear my name mentioned.  Good little lesson from this morning out of this one for me, though. I was bee-bopping a long to your Moms, not really paying much attention, then I realized you were, in your own sweet way trying to get my attention, to talk to me, to engage me. So, we did. We talked all the way on our trip.  Good reminder that sometimes people can tell you exactly what they want/need without saying exactly what they want/need. I need to listen more for the subtle hints.

Here is a picture of you sleeping in your big girl bed FOR THE FIRST TIME! You did so well! Not a peep, not a cry. Of course, because that's your way. Miss Shan Shan called you "adaptable" I couldn't agree more. I hope that carries through as a quality for the rest of your life.

Here you are painting your doll house. You were so proud, and also very patient with the paint. you did a great job.

Precious Memories

I came across these photos and videos by accident, and during a very trying time in my life (Yes, Lin, everyone goes through tough times, even your old mom . . . so take it easy on me baby when you are a teenager. kthanks). It is just amazing to see how much you have grown sweetheart. You are 2 years and 8 months now and your mom and dad love you so very much. You are the most precious child. You are a wonderful baby. Literally YOU are the biggest lesson for me, every day. So kind, so sweet, so smart. Truly Linden, my heart aches I love you so much. So, while these old photos and videos make me sad (between 1.5 and 2 yo) I can't be too sad because you get more wonderful every day. I guess that's my Lindy lesson, just when you think it can't get any better . . . it does.

A few things about Y-O-U (2 yr 8 mo)

YOU are so smart (you speak more than any little girl your age, everyone tells us that)
YOU are so kind (you hate when others are sad, mom likes to say you hav a very tender heart)
YOU are so beautiful (someone is always stopping to talk to you,smile at you, tell me how beautiful you are)
YOU are so gracious (you are quick with the yes ma'ams, and the thank yous and pleases, always polite)
YOU are so friendly (you have never met a stranger,mom worries that you are so giving people will hurt you)
YOU are so loving (you love your family fiercly, you never turn down a hug or kiss and freely give them, too)
YOU are so bright (you are active, curious, you love to learn and do and see, you surprise me every day)
You are so pensive (you are a thinker,you pick up on everything, and your memory is some kind of amazing)
YOU are so LOVED.

Memorial Day 2013 (2 y 7 mo)

Miami 2013 (2 yr 3 mo)

First clown encounter Summer 2013 (2 y 8 mo)

First Natchez Balloon Race - Spring 2013 (2 yr 5 mo) 

Start of 2nd year of MDO- Puppies Class - Fall 2013 (2 yr)

Second birthday/Two years old