When I first started writing Jordan's monthly blog, I remember thinking - will there ever be a month where I don't have a big event to talk about? I have finally figured out that the answer to that question is a resounding "No!" Our little baby is changing every day - in fact, sometimes we struggle to keep up. And she looks back with her sweet (sometimes ornery) face seeming to say, "Come on guys- keep up!!"She is so interactive - her new favorite thing is laughing when anybody else laughs. It is so funny. Jordan finished up her music class this month - which was such a great experience for both of us. Now we are enjoying library story hour and looking forward to starting swim lessons next month.
Jordan's separation anxiety seems to have reached it's peak this month - with crying during our weekly visits to the gym nursery. We are trying shorter and more visits to combat this going forward. As tough as it is for me to leave her knowing she is sad, I know that it's a very important step for her to learn to live without me.
We had a fun weekend getaway this month to celebrate Doug's and my 5 year wedding anniversary. We went to Savannah and loved our time away and exploring this beautiful city. But we'll cover that in a separate post.
Teeth!
Jordan finally cut her first tooth - or should we say teeth? Her two bottom teeth broke through early this month. She was a bit clingy and drooled a bit, but overall she stayed true to her sweet baby self.
First steps
Jordan took her first step for Dad on April 6. This month she slowly progressed to taking up to 4-5 steps - usually back and forth between Mom and Dad. It's so fun to see her gain confidence and she looks so proud of herself when she takes steps. She has also gotten so much better at standing without holding on. Kinda scary...
Walking with cart
We have progressed from short walks inside with Jordan's cart to long walks outside. She loves to walk with the assistance that the cart gives her. She looks so tiny walking around outside in the big world.
Down the stairs
At the beginning of the month, Jordan learned how to go down the stairs backwards. Seems like a simple concept, but she kept trying to go headfirst, so this was a very important step. Her favorite thing is to crawl up the stairs, stand at the top and play with the gate, and then crawl back down. We are still right with her, afraid of falls - but she is getting stronger every day.
Foot tapping
It started during mealtimes, but Jordan has started tapping her foot on the table or floor. Usually it is accompanied by the head bop dance that J started a few months ago. She absolutely loves music and we have enjoyed our music classes all month.
Head tilting
On her own, Jordan started tilting her head side to side - very slowly. She absolutely loves when somebody "mirrors" her. We started noticing that she would do this to new people, or visitors. It was her way of checking people out.
Lip smacking
Lip smacking was a short phase this month that she loved to do over and over again. I think it may have had something to do with her teething that happened around the same time.
Sharing
Jordan's favorite pastime is sharing toys with Willie. This is what we do - all day long.
Some photo highlights from this month...
On the battery - on the 150th anniversary of the Civil War
With Dad - before work
Baby ducks on the pond in front of our house - it's been so much fun to see them get big.
Watching the Easter Egg Hunt at a local playground
Shaking the tambourine at music class
5 year anniversary with our newest addition to the family
See! I really have hair!
Dad rescued the baby ducks from the well. He is the best.
Christen visited Charleston! We had so much fun :)
Yay! Baseball season has started. 
Uncle Jack, Aunt Arleen & cousin Seth also visited this month. So nice to have family visit!
uh, mom. Babies should not be stuffed into canons. 
The cutest baby at the Citadel Parade. Boys - stay away.
