October 10 - 11, 2012

Wednesday, October 10th

Today Olivia & I started packing for our trip to Connecticut. I think we're going to manage fine with just one suitcase & a backpack of toys. I'm nervous about traveling by myself, but hopeful that Olivia will sleep on our flights. We only have two flights on our way out, and they will take us through the night. I'm keeping my fingers crossed!

Today Olivia expanded her peek-a-boo repertoire. Now she plays peek from behind her sippy cup! Not the largest object to hide behind for sure, but cute nonetheless. In the afternoon Olivia entertained herself for more than an hour - playing next to me on the floor with her books & toys. I played when she invited me, but let her do her own thing. I think it's important to encourage her to play on her own. And it's lots of fun to watch!


Thursday, October 12th

This morning Olivia & I took Daddy to work after breakfast so that we could have the car for a couple hours. We picked up Jessica A. and after running some (fruitless) errands we went out for a late breakfast/early lunch. Olivia was adventurous & had some of Jessica's English muffin with grape jelly. It was a tasty success!
Then we picked up Adam, ran some more errands & went home for lunch. Olivia took two nice naps today & I took full advantage and got some sleep myself. I want to be well rested for our trip tomorrow!

In the evening we listened to the Vice-Presidential debate and had some pizza. Olivia played peek-a-boo with me from behind a paper plate. She also played a standing version with Daddy & I as she popped out from behind the dog kennel. She's getting very good at this game! Bedtime came early for Olivia tonight. Right as I was putting her down, she started to wave to me. I waved some more. She waved back. I think she may finally have waving down! We'll see what she remembers in the morning. Waving or not, tomorrow will be full of adventure!