These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things
1. AJ still loves to read books. All of his other likes and dislikes seem to change by the minute, but so far, books are forever. That makes me happy. (even if its the same dang book OVER and OVER).
2. If I’m sitting on the floor, and he wants to read a book (or do something else that requires my involvement) he comes to me, turns his back towards me, and backs up until his feet hit me and he sits down. Not necessarily entirely in my lap, he could wind up sitting on my leg or foot or whatever and I have to readjust him. But its super sweet and makes me feel very loved.
3. When he wants to play “I’m Gonna Getcha” (a new favorite game since he turned 1) he starts walking away from you, and then turns back and gives you this cute smile that clearly says “Dont you want to get me? Wouldnt that be fuuuun?” It is irresistible. Which is probably why he keeps using it.
4. Though I havent witnessed it, his teacher says he giggles with delight when she puts blueberries down on his tray to eat. It makes me so happy that he likes a fruit that much (even if its short lived) and makes my back breaking efforts to slice 20 blueberries in half worth it.
5. Whenever I pick up my purse, he immediately says “bye bye” and waves. Its very cute, and impressive that he’s made the association. Its his first real association and it reminds me that he’s growing up.