Little Miss Zoe did really well this weekend at our Assembly. I was so proud how well she sat there, reading her books, drawing, eating her snacks, etc. It's so difficult for little ones to sit all day in any setting. So, for her to be able to do so for the most part, we were very proud parents!
We're realizing, too, that Zoe isn't a big fan of big crowds. She kinda clams up and gets needy when we walk around. Every child is different. Ours isn't buying into the concept of saying hi to every soul that walks her way! I guess it doesn't help when there's so many people that get really close, are touchy/feely, try to grab you, and get in your face. I know that's normal, but it just obviously makes our little girl uncomfortable. That's just who she is.
Zoe also wasn't liking getting her picture taken this weekend! She kept saying, "No picture, no picture" every time the camera came out. LOL. She definitely has her personality. Her likes. And her dislikes. At the top of her dislike list this weekend: pictures and walking!
I love it, though. I love that she expresses herself so well. Even if I'm not in agreement with her opinion. Even if I'm not asking for her views. I still love that she expresses herself! That's my girl!!!
It seems like every day, Zoe is learning new things. New words, new thoughts. She's putting things together. She recognizes smells to what they are. It's amazing! I sit there sometimes and just wonder. In wonder!
And then there was last Friday at daycare. We're working with Zoe with her potty training at home, and daycare is, also. But it was at daycare that Zoe went potty for the first time. It was an exciting moment for Mommy and me, but also kinda sad that we didn't witness it firsthand. But then again, we get to witness so much growth on a daily basis. We can't complain.
We love our little Baby Girl, and all the milestones she's achieving!
Today, Zoe turned two years old. I have a two year old. It's been the FASTEST two years of my life. It's really hard to believe it's already been two years. But it's been the most rewarding two years of my life, too.
Where have I come in two years? I remember bringing Zoe home that first day. We were full of excitement, but overflowing with anxiety. Who were WE to take care of this little human? This little baby was going to depend on us for her very survival! OMG! Are you serious?
The sleepless weeks that followed were incredibly stressful. As a father, I had no idea what I was doing. That word: father. What did that mean? Was it just a title? What was my role? What that word represented was daunting, even intimidating!
Fast forward to today. I think I'm settling into what it means to be a father. Not that I know what I'm doing at all times. I don't. But I'm learning. And not that I'm thriving in fatherhood, but I'm in love with being Zoe's dad. It's the most rewarding commitment I've ever accepted.
It's amazing watching Zoe discover her world. She seems to learn new words, new things every day. You can literally watch her discovering, learning new things on a daily basis. She is a little person now. Her personality shines bright!
But as much as she's learned, as much as she's grown in her first two years, I've grown more, I've learned more. I truly know what it means to love now. What true pride is. She is teaching me how to be a really good daddy. I hope that I continue to grow, and never take for granted this great gift that Jehovah has entrusted to us.
We are truly blessed to be Zoe's parents!
Video of Zoe's growth from her 2nd year of life.
