2 Years and 1 Month

One month into the "terrible two's" and so far, they aren't that terrible. Why? He's become a real little person.

• He's fully potty trained, no accidents, no pullups.
• He loves to be the center of attention.
• He loves birthday parties.
• He wakes up singing and sings all the time - "The Wheels on the Bus" is a favorite.
• Asks "why" all the time.
• Has become slightly afraid of monsters. Apparently the red, white and blue monsters that live in trees and go "squeak/squeak" only come out when its dark.
• He can hike like a real person running full steam ahead wondering what's up ahead rather than picking up every little thing.
• He's starting to pretend to be different animals. Some days he'll come in roaring like a lion or growling like a bear.
• Loves to swim and can kick pretty good.
• Favorite sayings include: "thank you so much"; "of course"

Note: Both of the above pictures were taken today - the hike this morning in fleece and the swimming this afternoon. Only in California.