Sunday, April 29, 2012

Gabi 26 months

 I have been looking forward to this post .  Gabi has seemed to mature so much since her 2nd birthday.  She is talking so much more.  For us this has been nice.  She is able to express herself more and tell us what she wants.  It's funny to hear her tell Will and Isa "go away Isa (or Will)" when they bother her. Or have her tell us she has a boo boo and needs a bandaid.  She now says most of our family's names (to include Gramma).  She tries to beg "I sleep in mommy's bed", still asks where everyone has gone, and hold her own with her older sibs when they try to take her stuff.

Gabi has also developed a much stronger personality.  She is now very adamant about what she wants and doesn't want.  Although she is still very sweet and loving, she is sometimes very feisty.  Gabi has really started enjoying playing dress up more and loves being a little princess.  It's funny to watch her wear the dresses that are too big for her... but she strongly Insists that is the one she wants to wear!  She still enjoys dancing and loves singing.

Gabi also has a cute little routine she does for us.  She has an angry face, happy face, surprised face, and sad face.  She also mimics Gramma's moves when she does her Toddler's and Tiara routine (poking fun at the show)!  Like her siblings, Gabi is a natural climber.  She can make navigate our playset and swings on a regular swing. Gabi loves playing with Isa and Will.  It's wonderful to watch them all play together, running around, and rolling down our little hill in the back yard. 
 
Gabi is still on a good sleeping schedule.  She is up most mornings around 7:30, takes a 2 hour nap around 1pm, and is in bed around 8pm.   She has started being a little bit more picky with her meals, but eats great when she wants.  She is a great little helper.  She always puts her diapers in the garbage, her cups in the sink when she's done, and sings the "clean-up" song when we are tidying up! She loves giving everyone a big hug and kiss goodbye and goodnight.  She has the most genuine and loving smile and we love hearing her laugh.  She sure is a sweet little girl that makes our days so much more interesting.  We all love her so much!