Joaquin turned 9 months old today. He is such a happy boy and we are so lucky to have him. He loves to sit and play with his toys. He is not crawling yet, but is definitely starting to move around. He rolls around and also enjoys laying on his back and propelling himself by kicking. I discovered this talent after I changed his diaper and did a mommy no-no by leaving him lying on the bed while I ran to get something. To my horror, I heard a thump followed by loud wailing and ran in to find him on the other side of the bed - on the floor. He also loves to eat, but mostly enjoys babbling while he eats which results in lots of spraying of food.
Today was exciting because we found that he can clap on cue. Jared clapped and Joaquin imitated him and from that point on when we tell him to clap, he does (for the most part). This is the first evidence that he REALLY understands and can acknowledge what we say to him. It was a very exciting development! We are also working on teaching him the "Baby Signs" for more and kitty. He doesn't do them, but he is definitely paying close attention.
Joaquin's other favorite pastime is hanging out in the bathtub. There is nothing he likes more than wild splashing. His eyes are usually bright red by the time he gets out from the amount of water that gets in them. He really is a joy (most of the time) and I can't believe how quickly 9 months just passed by.
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