13 Months

The past month she has been mimicking us a lot. I love watching her learn and do things she sees us do. It makes her seem more like a 'little person' and less like a baby.

My favorite things she has done to mimic me...

At the grocery store she insisted on holding my pen and grocery list. Then she continued to check items off the list like mom.

She got into my facial wipes and started wiping the cupboard and floor with them. Cleaning like mom.

She puts her hand on the shampoo pump and then rubs it on her tummy and body pretending to wash herself. She will also grab the washcloth and rub it on her body.

Holds the phone up to her face and 'talks'

Anything that has a strap becomes a purse and is carried around on her shoulder.

Besides lots of mimicking here are some other things about Kensie at 13 months...

• Started saying Thank you. Cutest thing ever. Sounds like 'tay-doo'.
• She babbles and jabbers all the time with very meaningful looks and facial expressions.
• Stands alone for a few seconds.
• Finally says Mom consistently!
• Total daddy's girl. She usually prefers her dad unless she is tired or sick.
• Points and makes an 'Oooo' sound when she wants something.
• She slides down the stairs on her tummy at an incredible rate.
• Has eight teeth. Got her one year molars.
• She gets into the fridge, pantry, and dishwasher at any opportunity.
• She will stay in the swing at the park for 30 minutes if I will let her.
• Has been more clingy. Leaving her with a babysitter or taking her to the gym daycare is usually somewhat traumatizing for all parties involved.
• Her favorite things to do: Swing at the park, read books, get into cupboards, push her walker around, take baths, makes messes, push buttons, and play with dad.