13 Months

Natalie is 13 months and seems to be growing and learning faster than ever. We are LOVING the ways Natalie is learning to speak, follow directions, and learn and imitate new actions/games. We are overwhelmed by how much she is taking in and learning these days and just can't get enough of our little cutie. A few of Nat's latest "tricks" include jumping up and down, clapping, some serious dancing in the car to music :) and "falling down" for Ring Around the Rosy. Her regular vocab now includes: "peas"=please (how she asks for things...her MOST often used word!), "mama & dada", "uh oh", "hi", "waz this?" =what's this (kinda mumbled but consistent!) "ball" and "baby". Natalie is beginning to sleep thru the night at least 3-4 times a week which is WONDERFUL for her chronically tired parents! We have had fun visits from friends at our new home this month which has been the best. Natalie has loved jogging outside with her mom and dad on these nice late summer/early fall days. She is eating like a champ...her favorite foods are pb & j, grilled cheese, grapes and pizza!