TWO!!!

Our baby girl turned two today!!! And yes, I just have to say it, as I'm sure I'll say every year, I cannot believe it's gone so fast! I vividly remember the day she arrived and she's been nothing but a joy these past two years. We are so very thankful for this little lady!

She hasn't gone for her 2 yr old check yet but at her pulmanology appointment last week she weighed 21 lbs
and is 33 inches tall. Her doc was very pleased with her and isn't hearing as many crackles in her lungs these days. Not sure if that means anything, as her O2 needs remain the same, but we'll take it! He may be doing some genetic testing in the new year so we'll see if that shows anything new. She may also be participating in some research studies in the next year, and we would be thrilled if these studies revealed anything new in understanding NEHI.

She really enjoys people and although hesitant around strangers, she warms up very quickly. She still adores her Nana (and looks just like her!) and loves being with Nana & "Papa" as she calls him, any chance she gets. They gave her a stroller for her birthday which was a hit!

She tries to say words a lot now and is getting better at pronouncing correctly. She is stringing two words together all the time and now tries three words occasionally. Here are a few of her favorites: 

Sow-hee (Sophie)
Dackie (Jack)
Meemie (Wynnie)
Mema (Emma)
Dussie (Aunty Nessie)
Beebie (baby doll)
Jeejee (Jesus or when she wants to pray)
Teet (treat)
Me ba (me bounce, when she wants to jump on Jack's bed after their bath)

And oh, her hair!! It's still very blonde and oh so wispy and fine. There's not a hint of a curl anywhere on that head! I trim the back often just to keep it looking neat and to let the front catch up...and Daddy likes to make it crazy after bath! She is still as brown as a berry, even in winter, has very high muscle tone and is really strong and agile for such a little thing! She loves dancing and music and is starting to "sing" to herself a lot.

And yes, she's potty training. She's doing pretty well too, but I haven't braved the outside world yet. We only do it at home. Bad mom award!

She loves Jack like crazy and if I ever give her something she immediately asks for one for Jack. She loves to make sure everyone has something and is included. Long may that last!

Happy birthday dearest little Soph. You are such a blessing. Thank you, God, for this child. For her life and health and the joy she brings.