Our Little Songbird Olivia

I knew early on that you enjoyed music. There were many times you were only comforted by me playing or singing the song "Without You" by Keith Urban. It was immediate silence and intent listening from you. It amazed me! This continued as you grew with every song you heard: "Open Shut Them,", "Old MacDonald," "Hot Diggity Dog!" Then one day, around 5 months old, I realized you were singing! You had been babbling, but this was different. When I sang back, you stopped, smiled the biggest gummy smile I'd ever seen, then started again. I kept repeating your tune, which delighted you equally each time. It was such a thrill to feel like I had communicated with you! 

I still smile every time I hear your beautiful, out-of-tune melodies-- especially when they melt through the monitor when you think no one is listening. (And why it's so fun to surprise you in your crib to interrupt!) Charlotte must love it too, because she dreams right through it. :)