Milestones & General Cuteness

We're still anticipating when Oliver will walk on his own. Right now he cruises and takes a few steps on his own (usually when he thinks you aren't looking). We're up to 5 unaided steps!

Other important milestones at 13 months old--

• Stranger Danger: Oliver will bury his head in my neck when someone new approaches to talk to him. Chloe missed this important milestone because she was 11 months when she left the orphanage. We had to be very cognizant of this as she grew up.
• Not Dumping Bowls and Cups Out--it seems trivial but from a clean-up stand point its big. You can now give Oliver a bowl or cup of food or liquid and he won't just turn it over. He's learned that bowls are useful instruments better utilized in their upright positions.
• Body parts: Oliver is starting to learn and point to body parts (eyes, nose, ears, etc.).
• Ditching the bottle: We're working on it. Oliver is still on formula (and not milk) per doctor's orders. Right now it's sippy cups in the day and bottle at night.

Now, on to the cute photos...

Chloe working in the Le*go book we got to keep her busy on the drive to vacation.

Mr. Giggles. I joined a new gym and took Oliver to the childcare center while I worked out and explored. The ladies in the childcare center came out to tell me that Oliver was a joy to have in childcare---he's such a happy little guy.

Sister and Brother.