We've been working on plenty of words with Roxi, through constant commentary as well as reading. She's not saying anything recognizable yet, but the glimmerings of understanding are becoming apparent. When we ask "Are you hungry?" she knows that food is coming and starts looking for a bottle on the coffee table (even though she ends up in her high chair half the time). And she knows the nose. Roxi will point to the noses of her stuffed animals when asked.
She also knows what "No" means - or at least the negative tone that accompanies it. Whether or not she chooses to follow the instruction is a separate matter.
Roxi's other new skill is unfastening her diaper. Impressive on its own, but even more so when she does it through her clothes.
And did I mention she's walking!? We still can't believe it, and she gets more confident every day. Our baby is ON THE MOVE. It's definitely time to babyproof the cabinets!