We had a family party for Elle this year since we did a big bash last year. It was so much more realxing for me and I don't think Elle noticed that none of her friends were there since she was surrounded by all of her family. We were so blessed that everyone was able to make it - and that everyone came even though it was on Mother's Day. I think we will probably do a friends party next year for her third birthday, because by then she will actually have a better idea of what's going on and will enjoy having her friends there. We have already started receiving birthday invitations for all of her friends since they all have summer birthday's - so fun!
Elle, here is what you are up to at 24 months.
You love to play outside in your new sandbox and also in your swing. The "squitos" are out now though, so we don't get to stay out very long because they love your sweet baby blood! You love to mimick Mommy and Daddy and slap at your legs when you think a "squito" is on you - it's really cute!
Your vocabulary is continuing to grow each day. You say some of the funniest and sweetest things at this age. My favorite is still "oh my gosh" because you say it was such sass! Yesterday you went up to Grayer after not seeing him for a few days, grabbed his chubby cheeks and said "Grayer, I missed you!" It was precious! You said the same thing to me this morning when I got you up - ha!
You have been having a lot of tantrums lately and I think the terrible two's are officially here. I heard from our pediatrician that the terrible two's usually happen before you actually turn two, but I think you saved it up! We are working on obeying and also not throwing tantrums every time you don't get your way. You are pretty bossy (not sure where you get that from?) and expect to get your way all of the time, so we spend a lot of time talking about being "nice" and "kind".
You have been using the potty for a few months now, but not always consistently. You are always so proud of yourself and always clap and say "yay!" every time you go!
You have been paci-free (except for bedtime) for almost two weeks. You have done so much better than I thought you would and your Daddy and I are so proud of you! You still ask for it on occasion, but it usually doesn't turn into a big issue.
You love to watch Elmo, Sesame Street and Veggie Tales. You are allowed to watch one show in the morning after your breakfast and we let you pick it out. You usually get through about 3/4 of the show you chose and then try to say you've changed your mind and want to watch a different one - sneaky, but it usually doesn't work!
Your appetite has improved a lot over the last few weeks, which seems to be how it goes with you. For a couple of weeks you won't eat anything and then after that you will eat everything on your plate. I prefer the latter.
You did awesome at your 2 year doctor's appointment last week. Dr. Sue was so impressed with how good you were and you didn't even flinch when the nurse gave you a shot! We don't have to take you back until you're three, which seems crazy after taking you so often for the first two years. I can't say I'll miss it though!
You love to play with your Elmo and Bob the Tomato toys. "The boys" (that's what you call them) have been going with us everywhere lately, even to the park where you love to push them in the swing and send them down the slide. You have always been very maternal and it's sweet to see you play with your babies.
You are at such a fun and, at times, difficult age, but we are so thrilled that you are growing into a precious little girl. You are very sweet and sensitive and you bless us every day. We love you sweet girl.
