Karl at 21 months

In just a few short months our little baby will be a two year old! We haven't done an update on Karl in a while, so here goes!

1. Karl is talking a lot. We've figured out what all his words mean. We love that when he sees things that are ours he will say 'mama' or 'dada' followed by the word. Example- "mama. beder" (Mama's computer)

Here is a translation guide for you:

manana- banana

Mun- more

wader- water or plant

e.b.- ice cream (we have no idea)

key- quiche

muck- milk

wee- swing

gorla- gorilla or granola

side- outside

pho- phone

beder- computer

dipe- diaper

peegown- playground

2. Karl loves Charlie. He thinks all dogs are named Charlie. Unfortunately, the past 3 dogs we have met have actually been named Charlie, so trying to convince him that dogs have other names will have to wait. He loves trying to put the leash on the dog and will often try to open the door so we can take him for a walk. Karl has discovered that patting Charlie or holding his feet will get Charlie to lick him. He does this often.

Our blur of a dog running around the tennis courts with his faithful Karl.

3. Erik and I continue to have trouble getting things done without our helper. Every time Erik goes outside to water the plants Karl yells "wader!" and grabs the watering can to follow in his footsteps. We've also noticed that Karl is great at closing doors after himself. I've been shut in the basement or bathroom more times than I care to note.

Karl also helps me with craft projects, especially when I want to take a picture of something I have made.

4. My favorite part of the day coincides with Karl's. When Erik walks through the door after work Karl charges towards him and yells "pee gown" (playground) and demands to be taken. He loves the playground with Daddy.

5. Karl surprises us with how much he can eat. A good portion of my meal goes into his stomach. He especially love pancakes, rice & beans, and granola. Not all at the same time :)

6. Karl's new independence also comes with consequences. We have graduated from crawling up stairs to walking up them. This usually proves no problems, but when you are 20 months old and try to do this new found skill while holding banana bread and sunglasses, you can be guaranteed a tumble.

We're lucky to have this little guy in our life!