…as Tatum says, “Two-two!” (not choo-choo!). She is 22 months TODAY! I cannot believe how fast it has gone.
The theme of the day? Choo choo!! She is obsessed with trains, so I figured we would ride the choo-choo. Before the ride, she mentioned the “tunno” (tunnel) was coming. Since the tunnel does not occur until the end, everyone around us knew that we had the tunnel constantly coming.
Then, we headed TJ Maxx happens to be a tremendous place to find books and toys. I found this Thomas book there for only $7.99, and it had a bonus drawing board on it.
The rest of the day was just enjoying her company. My effort in weaning her off constant attention is failing, but I’m working on it. After her naps, I bring in a book, sit down and read while she nestles up next to me to do the same. I may not get much read, but I’m trying to show her that I’m not always focused on her. The single child syndrome may rear its ugly head of entitlement and need for constant focus if I don’t temper it with showing her she’s not the center of the world. It’s going to take effort on my part because she is at the moment (haha 🙂
Grandma, mommy and Tatum decided to celebrate at Paradise Bakery in Tatum’s new choo-choo shirt (thanks to Grandma).
Then the moment arrived. That first bite…CHOO-CHOO..COLATE CHIP COOKIE!!! It was her first experience eating one and her first taste of chocolate. Her desire for hummus and broccoli are probably out the window since she knows this exists. It was like Edward experiencing Turkish Delight in the Queen’s land. He had never tasted such a treasure! 
Upon her finishing her cookie (and it was just a chipper!), she did not ask for more. I am doing my best to have her savor the cookies and candy for special occasions.
However, she did “CHOO”se to wear her train shirt to bed 🙂