18 Months

Shannon hit the 18-month mark today. Hit is a pretty good verb for her, since it's one of her favorite things to do. Just ask the poor younger neighbor girl who bears the brunt of SJ's bully behavior! When she's not tormenting Hannah, Shannon loves to check out her world. She is big into asking "What dat?" and points at all manner of things - and people - seeking clarification. She likes to play in the dirt, but has found a new love just in time for summer - playing in water! Shannon is very chatty and learns new words regularly. She likes to dance and has a pretty nice booty wiggle. She tolerates bows in her hair unless Mom really wants them there. She loves to wear her new bike helmet, even just as a hat. Her father describes her as
"a handful; stubborn, chatty; wild, fearless; opinionated."
Whew! this girl-child is a willful delight!