Playtime!

When the weather is not really too conducive to playing outside, I need to be creative and find new things for Sam to play with so that she doesn't become too bored. Boredom results in small temper-tantrums that can escalate quickly. On Sunday, when it was cold and rainy, we spent the whole day inside and Sam really enjoyed playing with the laundry basket. It amazes me how something so simple can be so entertaining for her ...

"Look at me, Mommy!"

Then, later in the evening, Steve took all of the cushions off the couch and made a pathway for Sam to travel on. She had a blast with this! (And, of course, there's Watson having his own little party in the background ...)

Yesterday, the weather was nice and we were able to spend a little more time outside. Samantha loves to climb up and down stairs (like from the deck) and is now accustomed to walking on grass. When the ground is not too level, she still stumbles a little bit, but boy ... she is FAST! She definitely keeps me busy!