retroactive 3/24/11- WALKING!!

Sweet baby boy got up the courage to finally walk several steps unassisted this morning. Here's the play-by-play: after breakfast and before getting dressed time Gavin had his lovey stuffed in his mouth (as is normal position for Lion lovey), was about 4 feet from the couch and took off VERY QUICKLY- crashing in to the couch. He was excited and Mommy was OVERLY excited! Lots of squeals and hugs and kisses ensued. :) It is amazing to see his little personality unfold before my eyes. I think he carefully thought out his plan for trying out this walking thing- smart boy! Speed forward to today: Thurs., 3/31/11- a week after his first steps he continues to toddle around the house and at daycare- walking several steps (more steps as each day goes by) and plopping on his butt when he gets off balance- OR safely to his destination (ie. couch, chair, entertainment center, etc.) So darn cute. I did get some walking from one of the first days on camera- yay! However, with independence---less dependence on Mommy...:( So many exciting things going on but certainly bittersweet to say goodbye to a baby who would sit or lay still wherever I placed him! Love my boy!