It's been quite interesting to watch Madeline over the last couple weeks. It seems like she's progressing so rapidly, improving her skills with every passing day. She's gone from casually batting at objects dangled in front of her to determinedly reaching for things that catch her eye. She can sit up mostly unassisted, but she occasionally needs a little extra support or to be righted after listing to far in any direction. It's fun to watch her play with her toys while sitting up or while sitting in her high chair.
She's even started playing with toys while on her tummy. At first she was so focused on just lifting her head, and once that was mastered she started looking around the room. Later she would notice a toy nearby, but now she plays with the toy and doesn't seem to be thinking about the fact that she's on her tummy. This has all happened so fast - it seems as if every day she takes her skills to a new level.
I am a little frightened to think of the potentially volatile mix of her inquisitive nature, her increasing mobility and her penchant for sticking everything in her mouth. It's making me think a lot more about the cleanliness of our house as well as the things we encounter out in the world.
Also this week:
- Twice this week I've had the chance to take Madeline to lunch, once with about 10 people from my work and again with my brother. Both times Madeline was just as good as can be - she quietly absorbed the activity of her surroundings and, after a while, fell asleep in my lap without a peep. In both restaurants there were loud children all around, and I couldn't help but wonder when Madeline will begin to act out in public. She's just been so angelic every time I've had her out, I feel like I must be due for a meltdown!
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