Her Saucy Phase.

Today Amelia was a very giggly girl! She throws herself into each new discovery, her avocado sauce on her breakfast tacos. The ketchup on her chicken strips. The cheesy sauce from her broccoli casserole. Or should I say she throws her discovery? More like flings. Everywhere! Except that small spot under her bib. That is spotless. But her hands, her arms, her face, all covered in sauce. When I try to offer assistance she grins and turns away. She does things herself, her way. My baby enjoys her food. By squishing it with her fingers, painting the table with it, and finally, licking it off her fingers. Foods she had been ignoring for a few weeks, devoured by adding sauces to it. The food is just a vehicle. It's all about inhaling ketchup. Through french fries if necessary, but really, those are optional. It's clear to me: it's a sassy face!