Written by Heather
For starters this has been a blessed year, one to boast about. Ariana has worked hard to become the bright, benevolent toddler she is today. Her blue eyes bring many to a halt, but if you get too close she may become bashful and wave bye-bye. Not the case for big bro, Asa, who never fails to get her bursting with laughter. And she is so proud of her baby brother, Axel, who makes her beam.
Ariana has many favorite things which she can now request using her 50+ signs. Books are always her first request. She will sign butterfly, baby, bad bunny or gape her mouth open to request her favorites. Another common sign we see is for dog, her's is a Boston Terrier mix, when we walk him she will always giggle when kissed by the breeze. Ariana is a very good, though bedraggled eater, as are most her age. She loves bananas and blueberries and will motion yummy when she is happy with her choice. As far as Ari's speech goes, babbling has increased lately though inconsistent. We hope her therapy will allow us to soon hear more of her beautiful voice.
Ariana loves to swim, which is why we chose the beach for her party. Brethren, balloons, bubbles, balls and bathing suits will make for the perfect birthday bash. Ladies wearing bracelets, beads or bows beware, Ariana loves these things on others, just not herself. Men with beards are also pretty popular (as she has gotten use to daddy's prickly one).
For those not able to attend Ari's beach birthday, you will be missed. Those coming, bring your best and brightest smile for bathing this bantam beauty in love and joy. We so look forward to having this brood together again for this blowout. In the meantime, and for those unable to attend, please enjoy clips from Ari's second year.
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