The Little Things

One of the most interesting parts of parenting, I think, is watching our child discover what she loves. I know that we can push her towards things, but I swear to you it does absolutely no good unless she has the desire to pursue something herself.

Take throwing balls for example. Wouldn't it be great if she could play catch? We thought so. Of course we've taught her. She can put her hands up and catches the ball quite successfully. She can throw pretty well too. But despite our efforts, she will not do it more than once. She simply is not interested. We have tried, trust me. And then there's elmo, or her bike helmet, or pickles, or her tutu. These are all things we've exposed her to, but becoming slightly obsessed with them? That was all Clara. She certainly has a little personality of her own.

Even when it's surprising - or different than we expected, it is so fun to discover what brings her joy. Here are just a few fun things we've done lately that she's loved...

Spending time with cousin Eeya, of course.

Wearing her bike helmet + tutu + climbing inside her toy chest + being with her cousin. What could be better?

Helping daddy string the Christmas tree lights.

Watching daddy set up the toy train set from his childhood.

Checking out the light display at a park by our house.

Playing with friends at Mobias, especially "Pawker & Giffin" (two of Clara's four boyfriend obsessions, along with Levi & Andrew). And enjoying sweet little Hollyn & Amy too.

Riding the "choo choo tain" at co-op, to the music room (that + snack are Clara's favorite parts, by far!)

And that's what we've been up to lately. The little things. You can't get much better than that.