Too Smart

So Maggie is always amazing us with the things she has figured out at almost 14 months. This morning was really surprising. I had left her on the main level after breakfast thinking she would follow me and the other kids as usual. She didn't and I could hear her pushing her high chair around so I left her. Then I could hear her whining and so I called her to come but she just kept whining, so I thought maybe she had gotten herself stuck somewhere. When I went to get her I was greeted by this vision.....

This is the smart part. The yogurt container was on the table, away from the edge, and it had not been opened yet. So she got it down and opened the first lid and then somehow peeled the foil back and then had some.






What a kid! After we got everything cleaned up Amandine went outside and Maggie tried to follow. She was very upset about being left inside and was reaching for the screen door handle to get herself out. It totally freaked me out because that means she knows what she needs to do to get out, she just needs to gain a few inches!!!!

She also got a shoe this morning and was trying to put it on. I asked her if she needed help and she brought the shoe over to me and as she held it out she said 'Shoe'.
I know I need her to grow up fast with another baby on the way so soon but I just hope it comes with obedience. Here's to hoping!

Number 5

So I am now 12 weeks along and sick as a dog as always. But we are keeping our eyes on the result. I still can't believe it some days, but then I feel awful and think 'this better be for real'. So grateful for friends who have shown up at my little cries for help and done amazing things to help us get through this part.
The kids have had tons of TV time this summer but what else can I do when the body falls asleep 2 hours after being up? They are also getting good at making sandwiches and ichiban all by themselves.
Well I am too tired to say anymore right now.