I thought "ja" for yes was cute. But we've hit new heights.

Now it's the most definite, well-pronouced little "yes" that  you could imagine. Actually, it's more like "yesss" or, sometimes, "yesh". We keep asking her questions just so we can hear the answer. Most days around here, "no" seems to be her preferred word but today it was definitely, beautifully a "yesss" day.

I've discovered a secret. Well, actually, it's not a secret at all. But it really is true, if you stop and enjoy them- even when you are tired and they aren't sleeping the way you wish they would- they can be your refreshment, your therapy. 

I've heard that having a dog can significantly reduce your blood pressure. Surely a good cuddle with a two year old or a kiss-fest on baby cheeks must do the same. I'm sure it does for me.

And now I'm editing this to add that, only a few months ago you could ask Bits any question and she would answer yes, with a nod. This led to hilarious lunchtime games of coming up with the most unlikely questions.  "Are you a mass murderer?"  being the best (or worst) one. You have to know how pink and gold and little-girly she is to really appreciate it though.

And she is getting girlier everyday. Today she wore a tail all day and a crown for most of it. She is fascinated by princesses. Already! I can't believe it. And she came up to me tonight saying "Ball! Ball!" and I looked around for one but what she meant was a ball- that you dance at. Good grief. She has no real idea what it is, I'm sure but she knows it has something to do with a princess so that's good enough for her.

And today it was pronounced more like "yiss" or even "yss".