Sponge

I can think of no other word to describe William these days.  He is a walking, running, talking, babbling sponge.  There is nothing, and I mean NOTHING, that gets by him. I now understand where the phrase "monkey see, monkey do" comes from.  If he's seen it once, he'll give it a try...and it doesn't really matter what "it" is.

We are also fast discovering we have another Type A under roof... and what seems to be a strong Type A at that.  William fascinates us with his recollection of how things are done and, generally speaking, wants them repeated in the same order daily.  Recent examples include the pre-nap/bedtime routines.  Once we're in his room and the door is shut, he has a certain system of things that need to be done before winding down for bed (music, hide and seek, climbing on the dump truck, books, songs, etc.).  And if you happen to add something to the mix, he'll more than likely remember and expect it the next time.  Another example was last weekend when we were in Cashiers...Mamere got the vacuum cleaner out after breakfast one morning and every morning after, William believed it was time to get the vacuum out.

Let's see, what else?...He continues to grab your hand and guide you to where he wants you to go.  Doesn't really like the word "no".  Has a charming smile, still accompanied by dimples.  Loves M&M's (pronounced "emmys").  Enjoys helping in the kitchen (especially with the hand mixer).  Likes his squash bread, yogurt smoothies and popcorn.