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Walking has been scary for our little one. For some reason she has really been afraid of walking without holding on to anything. She took her first step in Thailand at 14 months, she then refused to take another until we were in England at 16 months. Later that day when we were in the Munich airport she finally took 5 in a row. Since then she has only taken a few steps at a time on her own. She loves walking holding our hands and with her doll stroller.
This week, on the day she turned 17 months, she overcame her fear and just took off. We pulled out the camcorder to get 5-6 steps on tape, but she ended up walking all over the apartment on her own. She was so proud of herself. She would walk from Simon to me just giggling and smiling. I am so proud of her!!! and my pregnant back is very grateful!

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Actuary Mom said…
yay. that is so exciting that she is walking!!!
February 24, 2010 at 5:07 PM
Boyd Box said…
I'm so glad to hear this. Emily walked early so Gianna has been a bit different...and seems to have the same issues as Auburn. I keep telling myself not to think about it, but she really would be happier if she could run around with Emily.
Yea! for Auburn and your back.
February 26, 2010 at 8:03 AM
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