Austyn has started talking like crazy. She is getting really good about repeating words. She knows a ton of animal noises, all her body parts, and starting to say names. It's funny to me when people ask me if I can understand what she's saying. I feel like such a Mom when I say "Yes, of course I can". I can't believe how much fun she is at this age. Her teeth finally stopped bothering her. Those eye teeth were a disaster. She has discovered the word "NO", although she gets it confused with "Yes" some of the time, she can definitely get her point across. She also loves testing me. It keeps me on my toes for sure. And I'm sure this stage is the one that will last forever. It can be trying at times, but the good out weighs the bad. We just finished swim lessons which were so much fun. She loved the water. I'm thinking about signing her up for tumbling classes in about a month. The swim lessons were awesome for both of us. It gave me something to look forward to and got us out of the house. So until summer gets here, I'm trying to keep us busy doing fun activities.
Jordan got to work on his LUV for a week or so. He had been waiting for 2 years to do this last project (I say last, but we all know differently). He put new steering on it, so he can steer it much easier. He is so excited to get it finished. He has also been working as an Engineer when they need extra help at work. He's loving it. It's great to see him use what he's worked so hard for.
My Dad had to pull him down to his house so they could
finish working on it there. Good thing we live so close :)
Here is my first sewing project. I made Jordan a rag
quilt for Valentines Day. I cut up some of his
old pants and fire shirts. I think it turned out
pretty cool. He wanted one to use at work. I hope
it works good for him. I also made a lunch bag for
myself. Sewing is so much fun! Much easier than
I had been expecting. Once I learned how to
use the machine, it was not so overwhelming.
We got to go to the coast one Sunday. It was so nice
to be able to relax on the beach. The weather was
perfect. It was a great day.
Austyn loved the ocean. What an independent little girl.
We also had our annual Sweethearts Ball for Jordan's volunteer department in Junction City. It was 80's themed this year. It was so much fun getting our outfits together and way too much fun wearing them. It took a few days to recover. Glad I only go out once a year! Already looking forward to next year.
We are going to Reno at the end of March for a wedding. Not looking forward to the long drive with Austyn, but when we get there it will be super fun. If anyone has any clever ideas on how to keep an 18 month old (who is also hyperactive like her Daddy) occupied on a long trip let me know. Hope everyone is doing great!
