Taelyn had a few funny moments lately that I thought were worth sharing. First, I took her to Toddler Time last week where there is a mix of young toddlers like Taelyn fresh out of Baby Time and some older toddlers who can talk, sit at a table, draw, etc. Taelyn loves to follow the older toddlers around, and they seem to want nothing to do with a little kid following them. So last week, Taelyn came up to an older toddler sitting on a chair, put her arm on the back of his chair, and started talking to him with as many made up words that she could possibly muster. She had a huge smile on her face and was so excited to talk to this boy. After her long speech, he took one look at her and in an irritated voice said, "Please get your hand off my chair" and then turned his back on her. Poor Taelyn! But despite being turned down, there are other kids that love to play with her too.
The next story took place last night when we had a baby-sitter watch Taelyn while we went out with some friends. Everyone came over to our place to start, and Taelyn was in high spirits with all of the commotion going on. When the baby-sitter showed up, she showed her some books and hung out while we finished getting ready to go. Then when it was time to go, we said bye-bye to Taelyn. This excited her even more; she thought she was coming with us! So she waved and said bye-bye to the baby-sitter and headed straight for the door to leave. She was not so thrilled, however, when she had to stay behind, but she had a great time playing with the baby-sitter once the initial shock wore off!
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Funny Films
We caught Taelyn on video again during some funny moments. Today on Sesame Street (Taelyn's favorite show!), Elmo talked about jumping and all the different ways that people can jump. So when he started demonstrating, I encouraged Taelyn to jump too, and she tried to do it! I didn't know she knew what jumping meant, but it's amazing to see how much she actually does understand. So the first video is a very brief segment of her jumping.
The next video is of Taelyn during bath time. She recently started stacking all of her toys on the ledge of the tub and yelling as she does so.
The next video is of Taelyn during bath time. She recently started stacking all of her toys on the ledge of the tub and yelling as she does so.
Latest Ultrasound
I had my second (and probably last) ultrasound yesterday at my 30 week check-up. It's weird to only have two ultrasounds this time around when I had one at every appointment in Hong Kong with Taelyn. The baby is now 3 lbs., 3 oz., and everything looks right on track and healthy. We got to see her face quite a bit, but the pictures do not really do it justice.
The last 30 weeks have gone by pretty fast, and now there is only 10 weeks to go (or sooner if this little one comes quicker like Taelyn did)! I am feeling well while my tummy is getting bigger and bigger. Taelyn especially likes using it as a pillow when we snuggle.
Profile Pic with a Hand on the Forehead
The last 30 weeks have gone by pretty fast, and now there is only 10 weeks to go (or sooner if this little one comes quicker like Taelyn did)! I am feeling well while my tummy is getting bigger and bigger. Taelyn especially likes using it as a pillow when we snuggle.
Profile Pic with a Hand on the Forehead
This is a vertical shot of the baby's face (left). And here is a mouth/nose pic, looking directly up into the nose (right).
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Happy Easter!
We had a very Easter with our friends, Leah and Steve, out here in Colorado. We went to their house and first set up an Easter egg hunt for Taelyn (which really meant we threw a bunch of eggs filled with Cheerios in the center of their yard). Then Justin, Leah, and Steve practiced some softball for their upcoming league. And we later had lamb for dinner. If was a great, relaxing day with beautiful weather. Here are a few candid Taelyn pics from the day.
She is excited to find some eggs!
But she also has to compete with Chunk to get the eggs.
She puts all of the eggs in her basket....
.... and then takes them all out.
She is excited to find some eggs!
But she also has to compete with Chunk to get the eggs.
She puts all of the eggs in her basket....
.... and then takes them all out.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Spring Break in Florida
We had a wonderful time last week in Vero Beach, Florida visiting our good friends and Taelyn's godparents, Adam and Michelle. Here are a few of the things we did:
1. Disneyland - We took Taelyn to the Magic Kingdom, and she had a great time. She especially liked "It's a Small World," the Disney 4-D show, playing in the toddler play areas, and seeing Winnie the Pooh. When he walked by, she instantly pointed at him and said "Doo." During the 4-D show, Taelyn would not put on her 3-D glasses, but she made sure that we had ours on. She also enjoyed when puffs of air would get her in the face during that show.
2. Walking in the Sand - Now that Taelyn is walking, she loved to feel the sand on her feet. We took her to the beach to see the ocean and to multiple playgrounds where she could play in the sand.
3. Playgrounds - Taelyn's favorite part of playgrounds right now is the slide. She loves to go down by herself! She had ample time at various beach playgrounds, and we even took her to Crazy Frogs bouncy houses where they had several different bouncy houses that included slides.
4. Swimming in the Pool - Taelyn recently started swim lessons again, so we practiced her skills in the pool including going under water. It always shocks her a bit to go under, but she never swallows water or cries. Splashing in the water is her favorite, though.
We have captured many of these moments on film and have included them in the scrapbook below. Enjoy!
1. Disneyland - We took Taelyn to the Magic Kingdom, and she had a great time. She especially liked "It's a Small World," the Disney 4-D show, playing in the toddler play areas, and seeing Winnie the Pooh. When he walked by, she instantly pointed at him and said "Doo." During the 4-D show, Taelyn would not put on her 3-D glasses, but she made sure that we had ours on. She also enjoyed when puffs of air would get her in the face during that show.
2. Walking in the Sand - Now that Taelyn is walking, she loved to feel the sand on her feet. We took her to the beach to see the ocean and to multiple playgrounds where she could play in the sand.
3. Playgrounds - Taelyn's favorite part of playgrounds right now is the slide. She loves to go down by herself! She had ample time at various beach playgrounds, and we even took her to Crazy Frogs bouncy houses where they had several different bouncy houses that included slides.
4. Swimming in the Pool - Taelyn recently started swim lessons again, so we practiced her skills in the pool including going under water. It always shocks her a bit to go under, but she never swallows water or cries. Splashing in the water is her favorite, though.
We have captured many of these moments on film and have included them in the scrapbook below. Enjoy!
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| Scrapbook design personalized with Smilebox |
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Toddlin' Taelyn
Our little Taelyn Walker is now walking! She started by taking a couple of steps a few days after her birthday. Then she was eager to hold our hands while she walked around the apartment. Just yesterday, she walked across the room and has been making more and more attempts ever since. It is so special to see her figure this big moment out and to see how excited she gets too!
Taelyn also has two new teeth with two more just around the corner. She just got the top canine teeth, and once the bottoms come in, she will only have her 2-year molars left to go. Taelyn certainly has a full mouth of teeth!
Taelyn also has two new teeth with two more just around the corner. She just got the top canine teeth, and once the bottoms come in, she will only have her 2-year molars left to go. Taelyn certainly has a full mouth of teeth!
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