Olivia Update: Almost 2

In a little less than 2 weeks, Olivia will officially hit the 2.0 mark - unbelievable, I know! It’s hard to think back to when she was a baby - probably because we have Ellie who’s taken over that role.

It seems like the closer we get to 2, the more Olivia is already testing the waters (and our patience) with her new-found independence.

Why weren’t we warned?

We can barely get the word, ‘NO!’ out before she’s either running from us or simply acting as if she can’t hear a word we’re saying … and we STILL haven’t found the best (or even almost-best) discipline style that works with her … she’s immune to discipline.

Maybe this is why people want boys.

It’s not all screaming and fighting, though. As she gets older, we’re constantly amazed at her new-found talents that seem to come from nowhere! Like the other day - we were getting ready to leave and I happened to open the door and then walk back inside for something…well, as she walked out the door, I heard her say ‘Tank ooo Daddy’ - I guess she DOES listen! She’s also figured out the appropriate times to say ‘Pease’ and ‘Tank ooo’ - add that to the constant recitation of the ABCs, counting from 1-10, and non-stop singing along with the Backyardigans; we’ve got ourselves a smart, funny, and entertaining little girl.

I have a feeling we’re in for some great years ahead of us … as long as we can figure out how to beat out contain that strong-willed nature of hers.

Just wait until Ellie is 2…I need some Tylenol.

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