As you can see, Anna the baby is no more. Meet Anna the toddler, going on big girl. This reality smacks me in the face every day as she whips out a new sentence or masters a new skill. We're less than a month from the 2nd birthday. What.in.the.world?
I'm receiving those probing questions from family and friends who are also thinking about the upcoming birthday. "What should I get Anna?" I recommend Emily Post's guide to . . . . Hey, a mom can hope, right?
First, please, please, please, please, please, please, please, please, please, please, please know that this sweet, cute, silly girl needs nothing. But I know when it comes to grandparents and aunts and uncles and cousins, it's impossible to resist. So, this post's for you. The following list is a catalog of ideas/suggestions. Heavens, you are not obligated to buy any of this! Nor, will anyone cry tears if she receives nary an item. In fact, I might just rejoice. Again, a mother can dream. :-)
- Lego Duplo blocks (1.5-5 years age range). She received a box for Christmas; and they're a big hit. The pack we bought had a lot of square and small rectangle pieces--not great for variety. Anna would love another box to add to the collection. She's into building her own creations now, if you can even believe it!
- Baby doll clothes that are easy to take on and off.
- Books about the potty. Ahem.
- Giftcard to Stride Rite. We've struggled finding shoes to fit her; alas, Stride Rite and Nordstrom tend to be the only places we can score "wides" that are actually wide enough.
- 2T summer clothes and 3T winter clothes are always embraced at the Youree house.
- If it's got the Fresh Beat Band or Elmo on it, she likes it.
- Outside toys. We're back home now with our very own yard. Bubbles would be a big win.
- Any donation to a charity in Anna Zane's honor. The best gift.
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