Adventures of a Family

This animation is such a beautiful gift from artist Jeff Scher . Though it does make me wish for the time and skills to imitate it for Jonah and Mae. Here is the sequel . Thanks Ali W. for posting a related link on Facebook.

Every day of Jonah's life is so full of new learning that I sometimes forget that others may want to know his latest knowledge and skills. And after re-reading the last few posts I realize that an update is definitely in order. Here is a short list of his latest: Words Jonah says: Cat Dog Banana (sounds like nanana) Car (sounds like a taxi driver in Brooklyn) Avocado (sounds like cado) Hi Bye Bye water (sounds like ahder) flower (sounds like ah-doe) And an entire vocabulary of nonsensical words that are strung together in elaborate phrases that amaze and confuse the listener. Physical Activity: Pull himself up to standing Push a walker Throw a ball Climb stairs Body: 14 teeth including 4 molars enabling him to eat virtually anything. over 20 pounds 28 inches tall Found his doodle and pulls enthusiastically whenever in the bat tub In addition, Jonah has assisted me with planting and watering strawberries, pushed a full size Costco shopping cart around unassisted, cleaned up the fl...