11 Months!

Our little Jillian is one month away from the big 1.0!!

Jillian has gone through quite a few changes this month!  She's getting so much more comfortable in her body and in control of her movements.  It's amazing to see her crawl, pull up, cruise, crawl over things and jabber the entire time.   She is constantly making Jeff and me smile and laugh.

Jillian's 10 month was so fun!  Here are a few highlights:
~Started pointing this month.  She loves to point at Austin, lights, fans, trees, and just about anything that fascinates her.  If she sees her sippy cup on the counter she points and lets me know she wants it.

~Just started to cruise this past week.  She likes to stand behind things that slowly move and push them - like a cardboard box or her toy chest.

~ Takes the path of most resistance when crawling.  She will purposely crawl over Austin, over the legs of chairs, over the base of her high chair, thru furniture, ect.  This does get her into trouble when she tries to crawl through her nightstand.  It's just wide enough to get her shoulders through and then she's stuck.  

~Feeds herself with a spoon; I only let her practice when its a sticky food that doesn't fly off.  What a messy process.

~Loves to crawl up steps.  The only steps around our house is our front walkway.  The first time I set her in front of them, she crawled right up them.  Now anytime the front door is open she beelines outside so she can crawl on them.

~No teeth!  I see no signs of any either!!

~Continues to love her some Austin.  If he's outside she crawls over, pulls up and bangs on the glass so he'll come over.  She loves to grab his ears, paws, fur, eyes, ect.  Austin just lays there.  So sweet to watch them.

~This girl is crazy about pulling up on anything she can get a handhold on.  From the window seal, the wall, to the glass door, her toy chest (and then pull her toys out),  and even Austin (she pulled all the way up while holding onto his collar when he was laying down).  She also loves to reach and grab things when she's standing.

~ Practices balancing.  She's getting more and more gutsy when she's standing.  She now lets go and stands all by herself for a few seconds.  

Jillian, you are getting harder and harder to get pictures of - you crawl around at lightening speed!!  As soon as I get the camera out and head your way, you're on the move again!  Here are a few more pictures of our sweet Jilly Bean.

We love you Jillian!  We can't wait to celebrate one full year with you next month!!