Puddle Jumper for Poppy!

Lauren, Lolli, Molly and Poppy went swimming at Cindy's house today. Poppy refused to go in her lily pad float and insisted on "swimming" with the big kids. So Lauren borrowed Stella's puddle jumper life jacket (like water wings with a band around the chest) and let Poppy try them out. She actually did pretty great! She mastered floating on her tummy and on her back, although she didn't care for floating on her back. And she was actually able to keep her legs under her for a few seconds. She's got a long way to go because she's really proficient in using them, but for 12.5 months she's not doing too bad!

And, as always, Lolli swam great in her puddle jumper! It might be about time to try her in something a little less helpful. Maybe one of those foam bands around her chest, but with no arm bands?

Storytime

Lauren took Poppy, Lolli, and Molly to storytime today. Lolli usually gets a little goofy at storytime, choosing to forego the instructions and instead turn around in circles at the back of the room. But today they got there early so Lolli had plenty of time to run around. She and Molly did so great! They sat on their little carpet squares and participated with all the songs, dances, and stories. And Poppy... well she's something else. She also participates (even though she's 8 months younger than the lowest recommended age for the storytime). And she likes to be in the FRONT of the class, showing off her storytime skills. Lauren had to retrieve her a couple times, but for the most part storytime was a huge success today!

Oh, and when it was time to pick out puzzles, Miss Fiona offered Poppy a baby puzzle. She pushed it away and pointed until she got the big kid puzzle she wants. This is a girl who knows what she wants and isn't afraid to go for it!