D, E, and S Whitfield had a merry Christmas that included lots of MO!! (Mo=snow, Sophie style). Doug and I are in awe of the learning that Sophie exhibits on an hourly basis; she imitates sounds, recalls words from days prior, and repeats, repeats, repeats. Once we model an action (ex. sweeping the needles from our dead Christmas tree), she attempts the same movement. She picks up on words, says them in her own way, and then shows that she actually understands the meaning. As I mentioned in an earlier post, Sophie learned the word hap-py. But, over Christmas, she would look at me, smile, say happy, and then walk over to give me a kiss. Perfect. Anytime she sees an oven or a mug, she says "haaa, haaa" (hot, hot), blows air out of her mouth and waves her hand as if to cool it down. I incorrectly assumed she had just memorized those words and actions. While away for the holiday, Sophie felt hot air out of a floor vent and completed her "haaa haaa" routine. The greatest saying she learned this week (after watching me struggle to carry something heavy) was "oh maaaaan"...said in her raspy, whiney voice!! Doug and I are absolutely in love with this little girl and the holidays with her were so special.
The three of us celebrated Christmas Eve at our house--with Santa presents, delicious food, church, and lots of playing. Then, we headed out early Christmas morning to join my brother and Ali at their new home in Boise. We spent 4 days in McCall with them and the Ericksons skiing, playing in the snow, hot tubbing, laughing, eating, etc.
Doug earning his keep as Santa's little helper :)
D, E, and S opening Santa presents
When a camera points toward Sophie, she always scrunches up her face and says "eeeeeee" (cheese). I promise that she was happy with her new presents despite this pair of photos...!!
On our way to Christmas Eve church service where Sophie danced and twirled in the aisles
Doug and I enjoying some quiet time on Christmas Eve--complete with homemade french onion soup, cocktails, and new pajamas
Sophie and MO!
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Sophie and her future beau, Owen Erickson
6 adults, 3 children under 3, 2 dogs, lots of mo.....
What the world needs now.... 4 Sophies....
Sophie loved her cousin, Bebba (Bella)...
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!!
1 comment:
it is AMAZING what they learn from 1-2 yrs... and beyond! so fun to watch your blog and how much you two enjoy watching sophie learn. she is one lucky little girl to have you two for parents! love all the pics - happy new years!
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