Big Boys

They're growing up so fast! Henry will definitely be walking in no time. He uses whatever he can find to stand up and push around and is getting more confident about trying to let go. He's really trying to talk. He says mama and dada, "da" for dog (his favorite!), "ja" for Jack and signs and says "mama" for more. The cutest thing is the little hand jesture he does when asked where someone or something is or what we should do. Today I was asking where things were, like Grandma, and he either looked or pointed toward whatever I said. He still has his moments of being difficult. He's quite opinionated, and not afraid to shout it and isn't shy about wailing if something doesn't go his way. But, he's so stinkin cute and sweet, his huge smile just makes me melt. Maybe I should be looking in to a copy of "The Willful Child" :)

Here's Jack doing his tracing workbook. He enjoys doing these preschool type games and activites so much and is really good at them. He's even starting to sound out words! I'm going to try setting aside specific time during Henry's morning nap to do it with him, at least a few days a week. Might as well do it now while he still thinks it's fun and actually asks for it! I started researching preschools in Colorado Springs. Hoping to do Montessori, but not sure if the budget will stretch for their typically high prices. It's unbelievable he's even old enough. The other day we were driving by a farm with camels. I asked what he noticed was different about camels and he said, "They have humps. And if you take off the hump, it's a horse!". Where does he come up with this stuff??I realize at this age Henry should be feeding himself, but this mess is what I have to deal with at EVERY meal!

Hands down, Henry's favorite part of the day is going in to get Jack from his nap. He starts getting excited, saying "ja", the moment we head down the hallway and squeals with delight when I open the door. He throws himself on the bed and just wants to laugh and play with his big brother. It's so adorable. I'll have to try for better pictures next time.