Our Little Gymnast

I think we may have found Lexi's love in life (at least for the time-being). She has really grown to LOVE going to Little Gym every Wednesday morning. When daddy comes home from work and asks her what she did, she babbles on and on about balls, bubbles, bells, and bars. Today we discovered the rings! Also new today was the inflatable bouncing rink. She wasn't sure what to think of this at first, but once she experienced jumping on the giant moonwalk she was then the last child to get off. At Little Gym, we are in the Beastie class (which is mommy - or daddy - and child). Grandma Chris actually went with us today to learn the ropes - for when baby comes in May and mommy can't take Lexi every Wednesday - Grandma has to fill in for a few weeks. We start out in a circle and say all our names while ringing bells. Next, we warm up by walking, running, galloping, and various other forms of moving in a circle. After that, we go on to whatever skill we are learning for the day. Today it was the rings! They were low enough for Lexi to grab on to without help. Then she would swing back and forth until the fell off. Some weeks we learn some sign language and we always encorporate singing songs into our routine. After some free time doing whatever the kids want, the balls come out. Lexi always goes for the green ones - maybe our favorite color?? After balls comes bubbles and then the bells come back out to say good-bye. It is really quite a lot to fit into 50 minutes of class. Before we leave, all the kids get a stamp on their feet and hands. It is a great release for some of her energy and a great way for her to interact with other kids her own age (especially since she doesn't go to daycare or pre-school yet). Here are just a few pictures of our Little Gym adventure this morning.