Summer 09

16 Months old and Lovin' Life- well, you sure seem to be. Running is your new way of getting around. Never a dull moment at our house. This summer has truly been a lot of fun with you! You love water, but definitely prefer a sprinkler to a pool. Dad and I took you to the kiddie pool the other day and you loved the fountain-hated the deep end. Today you had two major events take place- your first time sitting in your pool and your first time chasing down the ice cream truck (with my help of course :). What was your first treat? Bugs Bunny ice cream and let me tell you- you loved it. I barely even saw the thing. After that, it was bath time without a doubt. Here are some or your favorite things at 16 months;

• Favorite Ride: red wagon, cozy coup car, and your green four wheeler, even though you're afraid to turn it on.
• You're happiest when.....you're outside doing anything! The first thing you do every morning is walk over to the patio door and cry until let out .
• Latest words: "Bubbles" Bye, Bye" "no, no" "All Done"
• Activities this summer: Minnesota zoo, the Aquarium at MOA, Lifetime pool, Maple Grove Days parade, Lake Mille Lacs, Lifetime pool, family bike rides, Sophie's 2nd Birthday party with the moon bounce.
• Favorite things to do with Dad: ride on the lawn mower or "trucka." Sit and play in Daddy's big truck!
• Favorite things to do with Mommy: Roller blade/stroller rides, anything with water.
• Favorite foods at 16 mos: spaghetti, peaches, oatmeal, hamburgers.

You continue to show your independance everyday, but Dad and I have to admit that a few times this past month we've called eachother on our way to work after one of us had dropped you off and felt good that you sometimes lately seem to miss us and get sad before we leave you for the day. That sounds pretty funny, but you do such a great job adapting to people and places that we sometimes wonder if you'd miss us (hahaha). We love you, Cade. This has proved to be a great summer so far.