In addition, I'm still growing - 27lbs and 32 ins!

 

But, the most exciting news is that I am now walking!!!!  Much like when I figured out how to climb stairs, once I decided to try on my own I only stumbled a few times but within 20 minutes I seem to have it perfected.  It amazed my parents that it was like a light switch had been flipped.

 

I spent 3 weeks with my Ecuadorian family and had a great time.  They certainly spoil me with affection.  I will soon see my American family out in Colorado and New Mexico - that simply won't believe thier eyes when they see me!

 

With the summer heat rising, I absolutely love being in my wading pool starkers and having the hose sprayed on me.  I still can't live without riding on the four wheelers a couple of times a day.

 

I continue to be a complete outdoors boy that can't wait to see the horses, cows, pigs, dog, birds, deer, squirrels and frogs that surround my house.  I've been on some great hikes in the forest preserve and I get so excited looking at rivers. 

 

I like to ride in my neighbor's bulldozer and watch semi trucks go by on the highway. 

 

One of my favorite things right now is to wave at people when I see them coming or going. 

 

I might have said my first word(s) - "hola" and/or "dadda".