Penelope

Fun weekend

Saturday, we went to the city, saw some friends, and went to a fundraiser for the Susan G. Komen walk. Sunday, we hung out in our neighborhood and then went for a late afternoon trip to the beach in Half Moon Bay. Penny loved looking for shells and putting them in her bucket.

Toddler teeth

Right now, the most challenging thing with Penny is brushing her teeth. The pediatrician said that we have to try to brush her molars (she has 3 and a half), but she won't open her mouth enough for me to get to them with the toothbrush. So, I use a finger toothbrush and she bites my finger...really hard! It is a struggle every time. The next strategy we will try is a reward system. You could call it positive reinforcement or a bribe. whatever works, right?

Cheers!

At dinner the other day, out of nowhere, Penny said, "cheers", held out her milk for dada to cheers her, and then downed her milk (bottom's up). I wonder where she learned to do that...

Downtown San Mateo with grandpa

Grandpa came for a visit and we had Japanese food for dinner downtown. Penny was shy at first, but she warmed up to him and by the end of the visit she was saying "pa-pa" and gave him a goodbye kiss.

Haircut today

Penny does not like being touched by strangers. It was dramatic but it was over quickly and we are happy with the results.

Photos from swimming

this pic makes me laugh. Penny is saying "off" and pulling her swimsuit before we even start.

Swim Class

I thought it might be fun to try a swim class with Penny. She does not think it is very fun and she says "no" a lot, but at least she doesn't cry. Her bent legs are funny and her dada calls it the "starship enterprise". When the teacher tries to make her kick her legs, she gets mad. So, for now, we are just trying to get used to the water.