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Notebook // 2010

August 1st, 2010

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A Great Help

No doubt I'm excited about Asher's sudden burst of words and babble. But I might be even more excited by Asher's sudden willingness to help out. Even better, he takes such pleasure in doing so.

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May 16th, 2010

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Big Boy Pants

Meg bought Asher a (really kind of ridiculously dapper looking) set of cloth training pants today. Sure, it's a little bit of wishful thinking on our part to have this kid, not even one-and-a-half yet, trying at full-time potty sitting. But then again, he has successfully used the big boy potty a handful of times. And I've heard stories about kids (we actually know one of them!) who were potty trained before they could utter even the shortest short sentences.

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January 13th, 2010

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The Sincerest Form

Asher's been copying people's actions since...well, way back. When he was feeling up to imitating a raspberry or clapping or silly kissy noises, there was usually a significant delay. Plus, he'd often seem unsure of himself and his abilities.

No longer.

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