Ran across this 10 minute video from a blog that Rachel frequently visits and wanted to share. It's a high school senior talking about what it is like to be adopted. Mostly funny, but also powerful in parts.
We often wonder (in the distant future) what Daphne will say about her adoption. We hope she has a piece of this young man’s humor and positive feelings about it all.
In 'The Club' Video
Friday, October 19, 2012
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Daphne - Nine Months Old
Here are the updates, as we have them:
Weight:
Eight Months: 14lbs, 6ozs.
Nine Months: 15lbs, 4ozs.
Eye color:
Here's what Daphne has been up to lately:
Daphne has been exploring her world to the fullest extent. She is much happier now that she can actually get to the toy (or person) that she wants. Cannot imagine how frustrating it was for her to see what she wanted only a few feet away, yet not be able to get to it. And when she does reach her destination she sure does flash that gorgeous toothless smile.
Ah, yes, we are still waiting on her first tooth to 'pop' through those gums. Now, we've heard it all when it comes to teething babes. For instance:
(1) drooling - drooling means that baby is teething, right? Well, not so fast! Drooling is a normal function of a developing baby, not even related to teething. Her saliva glands are getting larger every month and sometimes she is unable to keep up with the large volume.
(2) gum pain / sleep habits - babies are cranky and don't sleep well because their gums hurt; it helps to rub something on their gums and/or give them Tylenol. Well, actually, there is no evidence to suggest that normal teething causes any pain. It's true that babies do get whiney and cranky during this time. However, most pediatricians attribute this (somewhat) volatile behavior to increased social awareness, separation anxiety and communication frustration.
As with everything else involving babies - every one is unique and different. There have been (and will continue to be) toddlers that don't have any sign of their first teeth until they are well past the 13 month mark; as well as 4-6 month olds with anywhere from 1 tooth to several. "They" say that the later baby starts getting teeth, the healthier/stronger they will be. (You know "they" - those experts, professionals, old wives, etc.) Whenever Daphne's teeth do finally make their appearance, they will be welcomed and mourned at the same time - because who doesn't LOVE the toothless grin of a baby!?
Daphne is becoming (well, let's face it - she's always been) quite the social girl. She loves to interact with everyone she sees. Whether she's meeting you for the first time or has seen you many, she's eager to show you her smile. This is particulary true while she's at daycare. The 'babies' take stroller rides around the center (inside & out) and on occasion they visit the toddler rooms. Daphne enjoys visiting them, as much as they enjoy seeing the 'babies' - she tends to ham it up by making silly faces. There's proof in the photo.
Here are her 9 month photos - cannot even believe we are already at 9 months and gearing up for her first Halloween, first Thanksgiving, and first Christmas!
Weight:
Eight Months: 14lbs, 6ozs.
Nine Months: 15lbs, 4ozs.
Height:
Eight Months: 26 inches, by using the elephant growth chart courtesy of Aunt Amy
Nine Months: 25.5 inches (guess our meaurements via the elephant growth chart were a bit off)
Nine Months: 25.5 inches (guess our meaurements via the elephant growth chart were a bit off)
Hair Color:
Eight Months: Brown; and it is coming in thicker and thicker every day
Nine Months: Seems like it fluctuates between a light brown and medium brown.
Nine Months: Seems like it fluctuates between a light brown and medium brown.
Eye color:
Eight Months: blue, blue, blue
Nine Months: blue; depending on the color of her shirt - they look a bit green
Nine Months: blue; depending on the color of her shirt - they look a bit green
Here's what Daphne has been up to lately:
Daphne has been exploring her world to the fullest extent. She is much happier now that she can actually get to the toy (or person) that she wants. Cannot imagine how frustrating it was for her to see what she wanted only a few feet away, yet not be able to get to it. And when she does reach her destination she sure does flash that gorgeous toothless smile.
Ah, yes, we are still waiting on her first tooth to 'pop' through those gums. Now, we've heard it all when it comes to teething babes. For instance:
(1) drooling - drooling means that baby is teething, right? Well, not so fast! Drooling is a normal function of a developing baby, not even related to teething. Her saliva glands are getting larger every month and sometimes she is unable to keep up with the large volume.
(2) gum pain / sleep habits - babies are cranky and don't sleep well because their gums hurt; it helps to rub something on their gums and/or give them Tylenol. Well, actually, there is no evidence to suggest that normal teething causes any pain. It's true that babies do get whiney and cranky during this time. However, most pediatricians attribute this (somewhat) volatile behavior to increased social awareness, separation anxiety and communication frustration.
As with everything else involving babies - every one is unique and different. There have been (and will continue to be) toddlers that don't have any sign of their first teeth until they are well past the 13 month mark; as well as 4-6 month olds with anywhere from 1 tooth to several. "They" say that the later baby starts getting teeth, the healthier/stronger they will be. (You know "they" - those experts, professionals, old wives, etc.) Whenever Daphne's teeth do finally make their appearance, they will be welcomed and mourned at the same time - because who doesn't LOVE the toothless grin of a baby!?
Daphne is becoming (well, let's face it - she's always been) quite the social girl. She loves to interact with everyone she sees. Whether she's meeting you for the first time or has seen you many, she's eager to show you her smile. This is particulary true while she's at daycare. The 'babies' take stroller rides around the center (inside & out) and on occasion they visit the toddler rooms. Daphne enjoys visiting them, as much as they enjoy seeing the 'babies' - she tends to ham it up by making silly faces. There's proof in the photo.
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| Stoller ride to the toddler room! |
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| Cheesy grin! |
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| Sweet smirk! |
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| Leaning in to see what the camera is all about! |
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