He's Walking...

OK, it's official. Devon can walk. For the past two weeks he would take 2-3 steps and then sit down. Last night, he took 10 steps before sitting down. Now that he has figured out that he can walk, I am sure he will start walking more and more. The fun begins...

Oh and his other favorite hobby right now is feeding Mr. Studley. I spent many days trying to discourage it, but he thinks its the funniest thing ever. So I caved and took some pictures. I hope you enjoy them.

Also for Devon's birthday we had some pictures taken (thank you Nana Ritter) and I will be sending out photos to family and friends. I ordered mostly 5 X 7s, but you are more than welcome to check out the images online and order more of your favorites. You will just need to log onto www.smilesbywire.com and enter the name "JOSH RITTER" and the access code is "LTPP0209102212JCP". I don't think you'll need the album number, but just in case it is 2007-02-23 11:01. You will be able to view all of the poses taken that day and you are also able to order your favorites.

OK, well that is all for now. I will try to post again soon.

Devon Update...

OK, so it has been a while since we have posted. Sooo much has happened with Devon since our last post. In less than two weeks time, Devon has become a force of destruction-- his favorite thing to do is to empty our bookcases of all of their contents. He also likes to climb everything-- the scariest part is that he thinks it's hilarious when he falls down. So Mr. Man literally has no fear. When I was babysitting on Wednesday, he managed to pull a jewelry box onto himself while I was reading Jayden her naptime book. Poor guy cut his head, but thankfully he didn't need any stitches. And he tried to do the same thing again on Friday.

Oh and we have him in swim lessons this month. His daredevil tactics in the tub pushed us into thinking learning some water safety might be a good idea. He loves his class! He is the only one who enjoys being dunked and practicing floating on his belly. He kicks and splashes and has an awesome time. The teacher thinks we should move him up into the next class. We'll see how he does.

Still not walking, which I am sorta thankful for given this latest phase of destruction. He loves to pull himself up on things and walk supporting objects. He has even ventured to take a few (very few) steps unsupported at all. I think he will be walking very shortly.

Surprisingly, Devon is small for his age. His weight of 21 lbs 15 oz places him in the 40th percentile, while his length still keeps him at the 85th (31 inches). Thankfully Devon's Dr. doesn't make us feel bad-- I have heard some stories from other parents that were guilted when their kids were below the 50th percentile. Devon's Dr. basically told us as long as he continues eating (and we ALL know how much he loves to eat) and stays active, there is no need to worry.

I am posting some pictures of Devon's first haircut on 2/21. Also some pictures of Devon playing in the tub, brushing his teeth like a big boy. Enjoy!