Independence Day

Here is our little firecracker, excited to get her day started this morning. Each day brings a new "No - Ella do it!" moment as she reminds us how independent she has become.

Ella has declared independence in the following ways:

- turning on the water for herself when washing hands

- taking off her own clothes and diaper at bathtime

- putting on her own shoes and socks

- sticking her arms through her shirt on her own

- turning on her Cinderella nightlight at bedtime

- not wanting to be pushed on her bike

- putting her plate in the sink when done eating

- feeding the cats their dry food

- walking down our backstairs instead of being held

- climbing into the carseat on her own

While it is an awesome feeling to see this little person exerting her rights and asking for more independence, I am sad to see my little one not need me quite so much. A bittersweet moment for sure.

In the meantime, we are wishing a Happy Independence Day in your house, too!