First Steps

As ChoicyWhiteBoy mentioned, Sam took her first steps yesterday! She had just awoken from her midday nap, and we were playing in her room. For the past day or so, she had been standing up on her own without holding onto anything for support. She would stand for a few seconds, and then collapse onto her bum. But out of the blue yesterday, she stood and walked a few steps towards me. I think we were both surprised! And excited. I clapped and cheered so fiercely, I was afraid the force of my emotion would blow Sam down. But she stood her ground. And was she ever proud. Fortunately, she gave a repeat performance for her Dad last evening, and we were able to get some of it on film.

As with most of these major milestones, seeing Sam walk for the first time unassisted was quite moving.