End of, or New Year, Explosion

Liam's communications skills are blossoming. In the past few weeks he has started using several more signs, and using words. Words that he understands the meaning, not just babble or a lucky outburst.

The signing looks so sweet. For "love you" he will almost cross his arms and add a sly smile. And there's no. Well, technically it may not be a true sign, but his current head and body shake leaves no misunderstanding. Help is almost the same as love you.

It's the spoken word that's the most endearing. He'll blurt out mommy, daddy, all righty, nap, and no no.

The 2008 holiday season drew another year to an end, one filled with wonder, growth, pain, and smiles. Our house is filled with noise, animals, chaos, kids, and love - and there is no place I'd rather be.