21 Months

Elliana turned 21 months old this past Wednesday and it is hard to believe that we are just 3 months away from her 2nd birthday. She is repeating most of what we say these days and I started counting up her spontaneous words the other day, but she has too many to count. It surprises me what she remembers from day to day.

These days, Elli is really into coloring (I don't want to be one of those moms who always brags about their kid, BUT you should see the way this girl holds a pen...unreal....she has pretty much always held a writing utensil exactly the way you are supposed to). Elli loves books....we read many each day. Some favorites include: Olivia, Dog book, Where is Baby's Valentine, and Kisses. She is also really into sesame street. Her favorite movies are Snow White and Fox and the Hound. Her favorite song undoubtedly is "Hi-Ho" off of Snow White. I'm contemplating a Snow White theme for her 2nd birthday....we will see!

Elli continues to love jewelry, make-up, dancing, and playing with her baby dolls. Also, she loves watching trucks and buses!

Elli still loves animals, but especially loves dogs.....

Loving on Mackey during a wagon ride.

As you can tell from the pictures below, Elli enjoys tractor and combine rides....

*Elli spent a couple days at home with her Papa and Nana Lindvall this week. She got to experience her first combine ride and loved it...something I have never done.

Farmer Elli

And when there is a slide near, you can bet Elli will be going down it!

Elli has quite the personality. There are days when she tests every limit possible and then days when she follows all the rules and listens so well to me. She keeps us on our toes and has had me recently searching the computer, books, etc. on the best way to discipline and handle these "terrible twos." She is strong willed and has a mind of her own. BUT she can be the sweetest little thing and is very willing to hand out hugs and kisses. We feel so blessed to have this little girl.