15 Months

This past month could be described with one word. Outside. We have enjoyed this amazing cooler, sunny weather in our great backyard - not to mention our new patio furniture. Another word for this month would also be (unfortunately) - sick. Jordan was sick for a big chunk of this month. Stomach bugs and then a virus left our little one pretty sad and very clingy for mom and dad. As sad as we were to see her sick, we did enjoy the bonus of having a very cuddly baby.

We had fun play dates, started library story hour and MOPS. Mom braved a week alone with the baby while Dad went on his fishing trip to Canada. The girls got along pretty well, but we think daddy might have missed us. He did bring us gifts...

We also got to see Uncle Aaron & cousin Madison this month - which was pretty exciting. He is home from overseas and made a quick stop while moving his family from California to Virginia. Jordan doesn't always take to everyone - but she is absolutely smitten with her Uncle. Pretty sure the feeling is mutual. Jordan also loves their dog Bodie.

This age is so much fun - we are enjoying every minute together as a family. She is so sweet - giving hugs and kisses on command. Dancing is still in full force - whenever Jordan hears any music she bops her head, bends her knees and starts to get down. I forgot to mention that last month Jordan got eight teeth (five broke through in one day!) So she has a grand total of 12 now. Can't wait to see what next month holds for us.

New words this month - Baba (bottle), Baby, Bye-bye, Oi-ee (Willie). She is also doing her signs very consistently - milk, more, eat, done. She also pats a surface if she wants up.

Climbing - Jordan has always been a climber but she really got motivated this month. Besides crawling onto chairs and furniture in the house. She discovered that she can climb the ladder on her playset outside. Uh, oh - we're in major trouble.

Hugs for Willie- Jordan and Willie have become the best of friends. Jordan has been great (okay, mostly) about being sweet to Willie. Recently she has starting laying her cheek against him and giving him 'hugs'. It's the cutest thing. She really loves her dog and they are becoming quite the duo. Jordan's new favorite trick is to open the sliding door when Willie wants out.

Throwing - Jordan has been throwing the ball for Willie for awhile, but she is getting so great at it. She loves to throw or kick the ball - and then claps when he gets it. Thank goodness for Willie! This video was taken when Jordan was really sick. He keeps her entertained and happy. Here they showcase their favorite game and Jordan's favorite words - Dog, Ball & Willie. She also shows off her new skills of getting down off the couch.

Night Routine - We have been on a pretty set bedtime routine since Jordan was four months old. We started to add story time this month and it has been so great. Dad has been reading Jordan the Hobbit - I have to admit that I'm enjoying the story, too. It also is such a great way for us all to spend some time together at the end of the day.

Other fun photos from this month:

Fun with cousins at Fritz's

Outside at Crown Center

Sliding with dad

Crazy hair - post slide

Entertaining William

Uncle Aaron is multi-tasking

Madison and Jordan enjoying the ground water that we were pumping out of our basement after a power outage - ugh!

Lunch date with Daddy

A new favorite - swinging on big girl swings- with Grandpa.

I am surrounded by ANIMALS!

Um, do you know how to drive? Fun with the Veo family.

My favorite shot from our playtime with the Veos.