18-months-old

Well, Kayla turned 18-months-old this week (Jan. 13). I can't believe I have actually not taken a picture of her this week. I will post one next week. We went to the doctor yesterday. Kayla weighs 21.4 lbs (8th percentile, want to be in 50th), her head is 19 in. (90th percentile), and her height is 29.75 in. (6th percentile). She is up from 19.8 lbs 3 months ago, so that is exciting. Her doctor is not upset about her weight or height because she is proportionate. Plus, I am short. Kayla is supposed to be saying 10 words right now. We surpassed that MANY months ago. She has well over 150 words and will try to repeat anything you say. If she thinks she cannot say it, she will tell you "no", but still try with her mouth and tongue. She can successfully count 1 to 6, then 9, 10, 11, and sometimes 13. She thinks 7, 8, and 12 are over-rated. However, we are having MAJOR separation and stranger anxiety issues right now. Please keep us in your prayers on that. Kayla cried pretty much the whole appointment, especially when a doctor or nurse came into the room.

Tasha and Greg are also trying to have a better lifestyle in 2009. We are trying to eat healthier most nights. Kayla got us an exercise bike for Christmas. We are each on it at least 4, mostly 5 nights a week after Kayla goes to bed. I will let you know how the progress goes.

Greg has wrapped up deer season and is working on wrapping up duck season. Tasha went deer hunting with Greg a few times and even killed a doe. She is going to take up more of the hunting with Greg in order to have some fun times together.

Tasha has also joined 2 Bible Study groups: Beth Moore's Daniel and First Place 4 Health: Daily Victory, Daily Joy. Both studies are VERY interesting and insightful.

Just thought I would give you a little update on us all as Kayla has turned 18-months-old, especially since we did not send out a Christmas letter this year. Hope all is well with you all! Please let us know how you are doing.