Dayjamas

Potty down

Potty training is going smashingly!  Kiku is now at the point where she'll tell us that "poop" or "peep" are "coming out" before they actually make their appearance about 75% of the time.  Yesterday she wore underwear for two entire hours and didn't have an accident!  I'm looking forward to saying goodbye to the whole diaper thing, but I'm also shuttering at the idea of having to stop on the side of the highway and hang my daughters tush out the side for her to pee (excuse me, "peep") or worse.  Best to invest in one of those portable potties designed for the car. 

Ten little fingers

Kiku recently learned how to count on her fingers.  It's so damn cute and my heart melts when she does it.  Whenever a counting opportunity comes up she'll hold both of her hands in front of her and try to lift the appropriate number of fingers.  But since she's not that coordinated with her hands yet, she'll often hold up too many or not enough.  I'm not sure if she learned this at preschool or from Sesame Street (or from us?), but it's one of the most delightful things to see as a parent.  I can't believe I just used the word delightful.

'cuz why?

Kiku has officially discovered "why?"  She asks it without warning, at any time of day.  It doesn't matter how many times we answer her question, or if there really isn't an answer to her question, she just keeps asking us "why?" because, oh, I don't know.  Because it's just so much...fun?

Kiku: Mama, can we go to the playground today?
Me: Sure, that sounds like a great idea.
Kiku: But WHY?
Me: Because it's a really nice day and the playground sounds like fun.
Kiku: 'Cuz WHY?
Me: I just told you, sweetheart.
Kiku: But 'cuz why, mama?

I have admit that I've been waiting for this day to come with lots of anticipation.  Excitement, even.  Don't ask me why!