Ya ya ya, Da da da

The other day I told Ethan that I wish that he could talk because "he always has so much to say." As of late, Ethan is chatty, chatty, chatty.  He makes "sound effects" when he plays, and squeals with delight. He's started signing "change" when he's getting his diaper changed (assuming he's in the mood!). I declare his first "official" word to be Duck. In my book, the word has to be said in association to it's meaning or it doesn't count (sorry Dada!). Regardless, all his baby noises are really entertaining!

Easter
I'm pretty sure Ethan enjoyed his first Easter. The bunny was very gracious to him this year!
Also, he found all but one of his hidden Easter eggs! He like playing with them, and thought it was funny when they showed up with some of his favorite toys.

Making a Splash
We're down to only two more swim lessons left! I can't believe it!! Ethan really enjoys the time in the pool, especially the splashing!

"Baby Mania"
This last weekend we started "Baby Mania"--a story, song, and play time at the library. It was so nice to have somewhere for Ethan to go play on a Saturday morning. After it was over, we continued playing with some of the toys and books in the library's children's area. Life goes much smoother when Ethan is kept happily busy! What a great start to our weekend!

I'm pretty sure this toy was MADE for Ethan!

Did you say turtle?
At a trip to the Wetlands Festival at Wildwood Nature Center in Harrisburg, Ethan adopted a turtle. Researchers are studying turtles in the area, and turtles were up for adoption. We got to pick our turtle, who is tagged with a computer chip. Ethan wasn't real sure of the turtle at first, but was definitely interested. After he was all registered, we walked our turtle down to the water's edge and released him. :) We also got out and enjoyed some of the trails and birdwatching opportunities.

Oh, and did I mention that 2 teeth are quickly becoming 6? Yup, Ethan has FOUR teeth coming in on top!!

And now--off to more adventures!!! Happy Cinco de Mayo!