Almost one

Abby turns one year old in a couple days, and come to think of it, so does this blog. Been kind of fun so far.

We had a birthday party for her today. Sadly, Owen was as sick as we've ever seen him, and could barely be rousted off the couch.

Here is a typical conversation with Owen:

Parent: How are you feeling, buddy?
Owen: (Cough) meow.
Parent: Would you like some juice?
Owen: Thank you. (Sips the juice.)
(Pause)
Owen: You can go away now.
Parent: Right.

Anyway, Abby enjoyed herself. Here's proof:



And here is some more.

Happy feet

Abby has for some time displayed a rather Pavlovian response to any sort of music. If it's playing, she dances.

Her moves are limited so far.

1) Swaying back and forth while sitting.
2) Swaying back and forth while on hands and knees.

Still, she does them without fail. She can be crawling across a room, and if you happen to kick a toy that belts out a 10-second tune, Abby stops moving and begins swaying.

This is a reasonable demonstration. She doesn't really kick in until near the end, as the camera distracts her a little.