Wednesday, August 19, 2009

... the time sure does fly...

Maria's 1st Birthday is quickly approaching. It's amazing how one year went by so quickly. She has been so fun to have around. She is the sweetest little girl ever. I've really enjoyed watching her grow and learn about her body and the world around her.

Most recently she has started shaking her head "no" and saying "no" while she does it. She knows the sign for "more", and really enjoys clapping.
She just discovered lids to pots and tries to put the two together.
She has also started walking. At first it was just a couple of steps (about 2 weeks ago) but today she has really taken off and has walked more than she's crawled!!
At night when she goes to bed, we just have to lay her down with her dolly and she pretty much goes right to sleep (which is SO liberating)!!
She still doesn't like the car seat (it's more of a strong hate after all the driving we've been doing lately).
She LOVES puppies, books, and dolls.
She loves going in the pool. She still doesn't blow bubbles, she prefers drinking the water instead.
She waves goodbye & goodnight .... hello is still difficult.
She gives great hugs.
She's my little angel.

Here are some of my favorite pictures of her over the past year:

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