FINALLY!!!

I can finally, finally, FINALLY say that Will is an OFFICIAL and true WALKER!! He's been taking steps for quite a few months now, but I knew I wouldn't feel right telling people he was really and truly walking until he could stand himself up without pulling up on something.

About a month ago, our temporary Physical Therapist told me that she didn't think Will was physically capable of standing himself up--2 weeks later he did exactly that right in front of her for the first time!! Her reaction was slim to none--imagine my irritation with her!

This has opened up a whole world for all of us. So many people said for so long "be careful what you wish for!" when it came to walking, and I don't feel that way at ALL! He's become so much happier and less frustrated since it's all come together. The Zoo seems more exciting--so much land to roam! The backyard, however, seems smaller (to him) but I think bigger (to me--or maybe I'm just more tired???). Playdates are a whole new world--he can join in on the fun, throwing balls, chasing, getting into trouble, ya know, the works! :)

Most of all, when people ask me, "How's Will doing", instead of "oh, pretty good, still working on the walking....", I just respond with a triumphant "GREAT!!!!"