"B"

For some time now, Spencer has called letters "B". I was amazed today when he was making some scribble marks on a pice of paper and said, "B". I think that might mean he understands the concept that he can write letters.

Todd and I were also talking the other day at how cool it is that he understands some multiple meaning words. For example, he knows that on and off can refer to turning a light or music on and off and it can also refer to putting something on and taking something off.

He never ceases to amaze me. It's so fun to hang out with him every day and watch him grow and progress.

Just a quick funny story. Today Spencer and I were visiting my dad. I asked him if I could have some of his ice cream and he said I could. As I was dishing up the ice cream, I knew that I wasn't going to enjoy a nice dish to myself and that, as usual, I would have to share it with Spencer. A little bummed about this, I said to my dad,"The worst part about having a kid is that you have to share your ice cream with them.". I didn't realize the irony of my words until my dad responded with, "You're right.". I guess sharing your ice cream with your kids is just part of the job.

Sweet Sixteen

We love you, Cassie! Hope you have an awesome birthday in England!

Who Needs Toys

Lately Spencer has been into putting things over his head. Usually it's a blanket, but in these pictures it was a basket. He is so fun to watch.

Who Needs a Skateboard

The Aunt Cassie Gene

A few weeks ago I was having a hard time getting Spencer to eat veggies, even some of the ones he usually likes. I was stressing out a little, worried he wouldn't get the needed nutrients. Well, the other day I put some frozen peas into a pot to boil and Spencer indicated that he wanted some of the frozen peas. So I gave him some and he ate them. I gave him more and he ate them. I was plesantly suprised.

I called this post the Aunt Cassie Gene because Todd said his little sister Cassie use to eat frozen peas when she was little. I'll have to get a picture of the two of them eating frozen peas. Cassie also use to eat uncooked spaghetti noodles. I wonder if Spencer will also like those. No wonder aunt Cassie is sooo skinny. With a diet of frozen peas and raw noodles, who wouldn't be.

Happy Pioneer Day

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2rV0ey6Op0

I love the part when he says, "They sacrificed pleasures to keep commitments that are eternal". May we all be a little bit less selfish and focus more on the happiness and comfort of others. Happy Pioneer Day!