eighteen

Another half birthday has come and gone,

serving as a reminder of how fast these sweet girls grow.

sigh.

Which is why I will take every squishy snuggle and baby giggle

she will give,

because it's just so good.

But so is seeing her little personality bloom.

At 18 months, sweet Caroline...

... is busy. She has one speed. Running. Typically one arm pumps to help her go even faster. It's a sight. And it's the best when she's coming at you for a hug.

... is a total imitator. Especially of her sister. Anything Lauren does, Caroline is right behind her. And girlfriend surprises us sometimes.

... loves puzzles, books, her bunny, babies, the dogs, playing outside, climbing, and snuggling. Oh, can she snuggle. She counts, 'one, one, one' and plays a mean game of identifying body parts. 

... recently learned the word 'mine'. That's fun. It goes well with the recent fits and whining that she has displayed.

... when she really needs something, she can be heard yelling, 'MOM' from any room in the house.

... will answer any question you have for her... with a 'uh-huh' or 'uh-uh'

... calls every princess 'Anna' and we love it. 

... has the biggest smile that displays those big little chiclet teeth and we can't get enough of it.

She is so loved.