Fall

Holden has learned how to bring all necessary physical facilities to bear and has started clapping. It is just the faintest clap you have ever heard but he really enjoys it and the clap is always accompanied by a smile. Today during Music Together, after pulling up to stand, he let go of Daddy and stood alone for about four seconds! Through most of this parent and child singing and instrumental group he stares around in wonder. Towards the end he comes alive during the softer songs.

Holden and the goat

Fall Festival Spectre

First cookie ever!

He also learned how to open cupboards and remove dishes, pots and pans. He never stops exploring and cries briefly when he is denied an expedition. This past week he attended the Child Development Center here in the neighborhood while Mommy substituted for a Kindergarten class. The class unfortunately had no children in but about 15 beasts that resembled children, at least that is how it sounded to me. Holden improved his stay every day at the government subsidized facility. While never really submitting to naps, he met new friends and amazed the staff with his diverse and endless appetite, just like Mommy!

Fire truck gauges

'Murica

 Holden continues to enjoy turning pages of his books by himself and really enjoys the outdoor patio where anywhere is a toilet ;). Finally, he still uses adult toilets, though less frequently and continues to awake at random hours, to much consternation of Daddy who is the primary responder these days.