Back on the blog

It's been awhile since I've documented some of Little Miss's life here on the blog - had some computer issues. We are back in business now.

Life has been both quietly wonderful (with fun in the backyard, trips to the park, library story hours, etc) and crazy hectic (with work, household chores, family/friend events, colds and other minor ailments, and tons of teething). Still, every day that I wake to this sweet face, witness the growth and learning, and kiss this girl good night is a gift! Especially as I watch fellow adoptive families waiting and waiting to bring their kiddos home and as I wait month after month, year after year to bring my China girl home, I realize just how lucky I am to have my Little Miss with me every day.

Little Miss has been walking and talking for quite some time now, but she has kicked it into high gear in the last month. She has well over 30 words now and is really communicating her needs. It's so great to know what she is thinking. As for movement . . . well she no longer walks, but rather runs, climbs, or walks backwards to get from place to place. She is a mischief seeker. If there is mischief to be found, she will find it! A few recent risky moves by my little daredevil include trying to climb the stove (scaling the front while hanging off the door handle), trying to pull the wire shelf in the refrigerator out while I'm getting her milk, and squeezing herself between the wall and her crib (which is only 2 inches max from the wall) in her room. I know toddlers are like magnets to the most dangerous thing in the room, but seriously who thinks of these dangers that Little Miss is daring to try? I absolutely love her curious, inquisitive nature, but my oh my this girl is giving her mama a run for her money!!

Fun in the backyard

Child-proof locks?? Apparently the makers of these safety latches haven't met this child!

The blissful smile and squeal of delight for the successful completion of her mission! (note the white safety latch on the door at the top right - it was no match for Little Miss and her Herculean might and determination)