A New Kid in Town

The Fasu is nearly 13 months old now. These days she is slightly under the weather suffering from a stomach bug. Since Saturday, she's been much more cuddley and clingy than her usuall all up and about self. It's really sad and sometimes frustrating watching your child in pain without knowing how to help and what he or she wants.

Speaking of frustration, I have noticed some major changes in Fasu's behavior. She is getting more "grown up" like and less "baby like" with each passing day. The tantrums have started a few weeks ago and so far, they are not too bad. The Fasu will point at things she wants and if I say no or don't really understand what she wants, she starts crying, screaming and sometimes even throwing herself on the floor with frustration.
I have to admit this is kind of funny to me. She is really changing so fast.

One other cool thing I have noticed lately is that the Fasu really is starting to enjoy reading books. I try to read one at least once a day and the Fasu often points at the book shelf and tell me what book she wants. Well, she'll say Elmo and I pick up one of the Elmo books.

The Fasu is also getting better with the fine motor toys. I was so excited yesterday when she managed to get two of these toys right. (i don't know what their names are).
Go girl Fasu! I think she is going to be a smart one....

Other than that, things are just moving a long. The Fasu and dad are still enjoying listening to music on the computer while mom is making dinner. It is so amazing how much that girl loves music. She is a great clapper too. We've been having a lot of family dinners, which is really nice and peaceful. Well, it's peaceful and nice until the Fasu decides she had had enough and starts throwing her food and drinks all over the place (the dogs love that).

No progress yet in the relm of walking, although she is definately cruising more...People tell me I should be happy she is not walking yet, but I tend to worry so I want her to start walking soon. Not many new words to report either. Although I am pretty certain we have mom and dad under our belts by now in addition to the famous Elmo. She also says bye bye and waves her hand when we leave the room.