We recently arranged some furniture to give Jack more playing space. We pushed the couch back and brought the coffee table back in. We also added baby gates in the entry ways to the kitchen. Jack is much happier. He likes his new pseudofreedom. Here is a picture of him trying to escape and one of him looking out the sidelights he can now enjoy.
I realized today that it's been awhile since I update everyone on Jack's new developments.
He finally mastered his pincher grasp about a month ago and enjoys feeding himself. He loves cereal puffs and yogurt melts. Right now, he only does well with super mushy or disolvable foods. Since Jack is always up for a snack, I now find it easier to get things done in the kitchen while he's preoccupied with finger foods.
Jack started playing ball about a week ago. It's super cute. I'll try to get some pics to post soon.
Lastly, I have a tendency to say "Ta Dah!" everytime I accomplish a task around Jack, i.e. change diapers, buckle him into his high chair, and so on. Last week I put him in his high chair and said "Ta Dah!" and the little rascal said it right back. The day before yesterday he pushed his ball to me and, without being prompted, shouted "Ta Dah!" This impressed me because it shows he also knows the meaning of the phrase. One question, does "Ta Dah" qualify as his first word being that it's not really a word at all? Talk amongst yourselves.
This is Jack's new favorite activity. I can't believe how fast he is at it. He doesn't seem to be getting dizzy or sick. I get sick just watching him. I know this kid as a ton of energy, but my goodness!
