My latest entry here has been delayed, although that's no reflection on Gus' growth. Actually, he had a bit of a growth-spurt recently and is now looking so big it's hard to believe. A lot of his pants are now high-waters (theoretically appropriate for the season here in the NW, but in practice: a little chilly.) In addition to growing in height, he's getting rounder in the belly. He loves, loves, loves to eat. Thankfully he still loves good-for-you food - lot's of apples, yogurt, raisins, Indian curries... The latter, along with roasted pumpkin and sage risotto and the like are among the dishes he prefers these days. It's looking like we have a little Epicurean on our hands!
Gus' appetite has been increasing for books too. He loves to "read" and is really good at it! He's been making amazing associations. For instance, we'll read in one of his books about ladybugs, then he'll climb down off my lap and run to his room to dig out a different book, bring it to me and flip to a page with ladybugs on it!
The "new science" of child development these days warns against over-praising your kids, so I'll just whisper this out of Gus' earshot: Man, is he the greatest!!!
Ah...I love his updates - and when you mention pumpkin and sage risotto I realize you may have to make a Gus detour and start posting recipes too!!
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