Elise walked for the first time today! We are finally getting over that huge plateau of waiting! Unfortunately neither Jeff nor myself got to witness this historic event but we gladly give that up in order for Elise to move forward. We are excited, relieved, and happy that this day has come- just a few days shy of 15 months (but only 13.5 months adjusted age!).
The big event happened multiple times (yes, multiple!) during her physical therapy appointment this morning. Ann, Elise's therapist, was able to walk with Elise to an item of interest- a toy box. Then, just a mere few steps away, she stopped. Elise, who was determined to get to a toy, purposefully (that's how I imagine it!) took those last 2 steps forward alone! Now, if we can motivate her like that at home- Jeff and I will get to share in the joy too. Knowing
that Elise can't be tricked into doing anything she doesn't want to do, will probably make us wait for a week or two before showing off her new skills. The agony of more waiting...On a more cerebral level, Elise is starting to match up her Leap Frog magnet animals (video provided). She grabs both pieces to make up one complete animal. Her little fingers need help placing them into the 'barn' in order to play music-- but its her mind that figures out what she needs. So smart-- I think we have a future neurosurgeon or rocket scientist living in our house.
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clearly she is taking after nana in the brains department. what's next? splitting the atom?!
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