On the same level

Colin’s walking has just taken off. He now is confident enough to walk without pushing anything in front of him, and at the end of last week, he started to stand up by himself in the middle of the room (without pulling up on something). 

He also now is primarily walking when we’re outside the house (he still crawls inside fairly often) and is doing really well with turns, slowing down and stopping without falling. It’s quite amazing to see him, really. After all, it was only a few weeks ago that I was wondering if he ever was going to get it figured out. And now he’s practically running.

He and Veronica seem to be enjoying being on the same “level” now for playing. They play a game of chase in which Colin chases Veronica around — looking somewhat like a Zombie, since he still holds his arms in front of him for balance — while she runs away squealing. Then, when he catches her, they both crack up. It’s very cute. 

 
Ironically, as his walking has improved, Colin’s speech has exploded as well. He is adding new words pretty much every day, and is getting better about using his words when he wants something. He continues to surprise me when he points out something new by name. 

Veronica also continues to expand her vocabulary, and has gotten to the stage (which I love) where she chatters away as if she’s deep in conversation with someone. Only she’s speaking gibberish and is by herself. I think it’s so fun to watch and listen when they do that.

Veronica also now clearly demonstrates that she is left-handed, much to John’s delight. He’s been hoping at least one of the kids would be. And since right now Veronica shows the most interest in sports — especially those involving balls — John will be able to teach her how to throw and so on quite easily.

I’m hoping to get pictures and stories from Easter posted soon. I’ll just say the twins think hunting for eggs is great fun. We had a blast.