Walking Man Update

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So, Jack has become much more confident on his feet this week! It's shocking what he's able to do now in such a short time. It's now possible for him to follow me from room to room (I'm learning to deal with my new "shadow"). He also much prefers walking to crawling now so when he falls he always attempts to get back on his two feet. He still hasn't conquered standing up on his own and requires some type of still object to help him regain his stance after falling...but he's a tall guy so it may take him a while to have balance like that. He's also walking much better in shoes these days. We did have to go and find a pretty flexible pair as he boycotted walking whenever his stylish but uncomfortable Gap shoes were on his feet. (We purchased a pair of "See Kai Run" shoes...I'd highly recommend them for any new walker.) But I'm guessing soon he'll be off and running.

Snow Day

On Wednesday, snow took our area by surprise. Because people around here have no clue how to drive in icy conditions, both mom and dad were off of work for the day. Jack and mom had a great time outside feeling the snow and trying to stay on our feet.

Playtime with Jack

Besides the walking, we really don't have any other big news to report...so here are just a few fun pictures of Jack and his new playset we found courtesy of "Craig's List".

Walking Man

Jack walking on January 3rd.


Jack walking January 12. Can you see an improvement?

January 2nd was a big day at our house. Jack finally decided he was ready to let go and give walking on his own a try. Though he's still not quite ready for a marathon, he has improved during this last week...and is keeping us both on our toes now. The hardest part of his new found talent is the harder falls that come with it. We've already had 2 new bruises on his forehead and a big fat lip from falling into his Leapfrog table. But, his falls don't seem to keep him from getting back up and trying again.