16 months

What's new with Micah at 16 months old?  He is so much fun, but I guess that isn't new.  He has pretty much always been fun.

 

He still doesn't say very many words, but he sure understands a lot.  He loves to point out his body parts when we ask him to.  His favorite is the nose, but he also knows, ears, eyes, mouth, tongue and belly button.  He also loves to point out his family members.  When you ask "where is _____?". He gives a big smile and points to the person.  So cute.  His favorite word to say is "dada!", which actually means "doggie".  He can spot a dog from so far away and always yells and points.  He also loves to use the sign for "more", which to him actually means that he wants some milk.  At least we know what he wants!

 

Micah still wakes up 1-2 times per night.  He has teased me a few times and slept through the night, but only a few times.  He goes back to sleep pretty easily though, so I can't complain too much.  He just needs some reassurance and a pat on the back.

(Watching the renovation construction in our back yard)

Micah loves shoes.  He can often be found wearing his sibling's shoes all over the house.  Big or small, he doesn't care.  He also still loves bath time.  Just turn on the water and he will come running.

 

(The only way to keep him happy during photo time was to let him have his favorite toy - his doctor kit)

He has been so good with the Christmas tree.  I was worried he would be tearing it apart, but he has pretty much left it alone.  He goes over to it occasionally to check it out, but he leaves the decorations on the tree. Such a smart little man!

Christmas was fun.  He saw the present meant for him right away(a new ride-on toy) and loved it immediately.  He slept in that morning, so most of the chaos was already complete.  It worked out perfectly!

He is a bit of a picky eater.  He won't eat any meat, unless I completely hide it in something else.  He loves dairy and fruit, not such a big fan of vegetables.    He also loves pasta and eggs.