dancing class

Sophia went to her first dancing class today. Small children danced to children's music played by this nice lady. They all sang several songs and enjoyed it very much. Sophia sang a few songs in the car on our way back home. It seems like she got some inspiration to sing!

New Bed for Sophia

They brought her new bed in today. It has a "Dora the explorer" bed cover and blankets. It will be her first night in her new bed. What does that mean? more independence! Now, she can get up if she wants to!

Christmas Holiday

Sophia got to meet all her American cousins. She is now talking and can tell us if she is happy or if something is bothering her. It is so much fun to see her learning to talk. She is a real acrobat and loves to run and dance. We already signed her up for dancing classes.

Moon Festival

Enjoyed the Moon Festival in Marion/Cedar Rapids. Had dinner at China King. Had fun making new friends. Everyone was very friendly.

Two Years Old!

I do it! My turn! Sophia likes to be very independent and has her own mind! She is repeating every word Assen says. She will be speaking very soon!

Went swimming this afternoon. Sophia likes to float in the water and swim. She also likes to jump into the water and be caught by mom. She loves to repeat and start using words to communicate (hat, swim, my cup, mine!). We all had an ice cone. Sophia ate one whole ice cone by herself.

Yesterday we went to the swimming pools. Sophia enjoys the agua so much! she is also repeating many words. She can recognize many words already. She is a fast learner. She usually takes a nap at 2 PM. This time she was still playing at the pool, but as soon as we left she felt asleep in the car. She was exhausted. She is also eating very well. She must be growing up. She looks taller. I love how she calls me daddy. When I was away last week, she used to look at planes and say "daddy plane!" She is so adorable.