Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Exciting Sign!

Basically since Jacob was born, we have been doing a few sign-language signs to help him be able to communicate before he can say words.  He is fantastic at saying 'all done' when he is finished eating and saying 'bye-bye'.  Yesterday he walked up to me with a very determined look on his face, did the sign for 'eat' then proceeded to walk to the pantry and say "cracker".  He did this a couple of more times after he finished his cracker and again this morning when he was ready for breakfast.  I was really beginning to think that he would be stubborn and not do the signs, but he has made me a very happy mom!  It is so hard not knowing what they need/want.  

5 comments:

Shannon said...

Jacob is getting so big. We miss playing with him. We hope that we can see you soon, we will hopefully see you around Christmas.

Stephanie said...

WOW, that is amazing! Way to go Jacob...and mommy and daddy!

Kendra said...

What a fun time. Kenney didn't start using signs until right before he really starting talking but it was fun and helpful to use a few. He'll probably really flourish now and use them a ton. Very helpful indeed!

Becca said...

That's awesome about the sign language. Hopefuly everyone will be a little less frustrated. I have always wanted to do it with my kiddos, but never did. We hopeyou guys have a Merry Christmas. I hope Jacob stays healthy this year during RSV

Shannon said...

Congratulations Jacob! That is amazing.