Everyone should have a spokesperson

With Johan's second birthday practically around the corner we note that his vocabulary is not as developed as his brother's was at that age. Although if you take a closer look you might wonder why he would need words. A conversation around the dinner table goes something like this:

Johan: da-da!

Mathias: Mamma, Johan wants more milk!

Johan's glass is topped off with milk and dinner continues.

Johan: a-da!

Mathias: Mamma, Johan is all done!

Johan is lifed out of his chair.

Johan: da-daa!

Mathias: Mamma, Johan wants his book!

And so the conversation goes with Johan articulating various tweaks on da-da and his brother usually helps him get what he needs. Having your own vocabulary is way overrated. I'm trying this approach at work tomorrow.