Yesterday afternoon was 2 hours of paperwork. We were all a little concerned with Malia's attention span (or any 2 year old) but she still didn't want to be out of my sight. So we headed down with a ton of toys and snacks and she did so well I am still amazed. We spilt a lot of crumbs in Molly's room (the coordinator) but no melt downs. She even let Grandma change her diaper since we were right in the middle of the paperwork and no problems (YEA!!!).
Today we went to the zoo. Malia's favorite animal was the big black bears. We had a couple screams that the first couple animals because she didn't want to leave. I then actually thought to have her say "bye bye" to the animal so she knew we were leaving and then she did good. Back into the stroller with little or no screams. It worked so well.
We then spent a little time at the pool and she absolutely loved it. I was debating swimming lessons when we get back and now I know for sure that is a great idea. She didn't want to leave even though the water was cold.
She is up to maybe 3 English words that she is speaking a lot of the time - Hi, Bye-bye, and Up. I think she is also understanding shoes and puts her leg up so I can put on shoes and socks. She also knows that when we go into the playroom at the hotel that she needs to take off her shoes. She loves to mimic anything we do and likes to eat or drink anything we have. Yes, this includes pop and beer (both of which she hasn't gotten a hold of yet).
Wow, she is precious. Love your updates
ReplyDeleteThanks for the new photos. As soon as I saw the photo by the water I said to Genevieve that we need to go swimming with you. If you sign up for swimmng through community ed. let me know - we're probably going to do the Saturdy classes again.
ReplyDeleteMessage from Genevieve:
Michelle, Michelle, Michelle -have fun -Malia, Malia, Malia!
Maila!
ReplyDeleteI am so excited that you like the Zoo! Mommy and Daddy say that it will be so fun for the two of us to go together. It is my favorite place to go too. Think of the trouble we can get into together!!!! Only a few more days until I can see you.
Love,
Garrett
PS...give your mommy an Grandma and Papa kisses from me. I am missing them!
I love the picture of Malia by the pool! She looks like a ball of fire!!
ReplyDeleteLinda, the children wanted to count how many "Sleeps" until you come back. :-)
I enjoy the blogs so much! Thank you for posting everyday!
Love,
Jeanette
She is so precious!!!
ReplyDeleteI was just at Julie and Tess' with Muriel/Tracy and Annette/Genevieve and the ladies were all talking about how they so look forward to adding another China sister to their family. Can't wait to see Malia with the other cute gals!!!
Lisa
She's doing so well - hope you are all happy and well!
ReplyDeleteAlyson LID 01/27/06
Thank you for all the pictures and posts. It is so much fun to follow along on the best part of the journey knowing that we have passed through the worst part of the journey for you.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to meet Malia in person. She looks like she is truly enjoying her time getting to know her Mom ~ Oh, it is so much fun to call you Mom!!!
See you soon.
Love,
Kirsten
Malia is absolutely adorable. I am so glad to hear you are all doing well! Thank you for the updates :)
ReplyDeleteThe pool picture is awesome. Luckily, Grandma and Grandpa have a pool!! I can't wait to see you both and hope to make it to the welcoming party at the airport. I'm so glad everything seems to be going so well with your bonding. Take care!
ReplyDeleteDeb S.