Walking

Avery is finally getting the hang of walking.  We happened to catch him in the act today and decided to encourage him a little so we could get it on video.  He's becoming more and more brave and venturing out on his own without our encouraging him.  He'll let go of the couch, for example, and walk over to get a toy in the middle of the room.  He should be walking pretty good by the time we come to Illinois to visit next month.

Standing Up

Avery's learned how to stand up. This video is from a week ago so he looks a little wobbly but he's mastered it now.

Finally

Avery has finally taken his first steps! Tonight, after supper, he stood up in the middle of the room and took about 5 steps towards Mommy. He's been standing up on his own for about a week now. Its funny to watch him. He starts in a squat and then slowly stands up and can stand for about half a minute or so before he sits back down or falls. I guess that's his stepping stone towards walking. Hopefully he'll get the hang of walking and be on the go soon. He's also saying a new word, Austin. Well, actually its Autin. No S. It's become his new favorite thing to say. Pretty cute!

Who Let The Dogs Out

Nana gave Avery a card for his birthday that sings "Who Let The Dogs Out" when its opened. He loves it! Its been his favorite birthday present, by far. Everyone could have saved their money and just gave him singing cards. Hahaha!

Also in this video, you get to see Avery through a little fit. Its his newest "trick." When he doesn't get his way, he lays down on the floor and cries. So pitiful!

Alexis' Bugz Play

On Thursday, all the kindergarden classes at Groveton put on a play called Bugz. Alexis was a ladybug. She shared a line with her friend Alexandra and even got to do a little dance with 3 other "ladybugs" called Be A Lady. So perfect for Alexis!

This first video is the song Be A Lady.


Avery loved the music. He was a dancing fool!

Alexis' Bugz play

This video is her line she shared with Alexandra. They say "Oh, dear! We have a problem here. The stinkbug came as well. He'll ruin all this wonderful food with his horrendous smell."