And he's off...

So Matthias has recently decided that he is capable of walking and just launches himself away from furniture or whatever he happens to be holding. Up until about five days ago this caused him to land on his face repeatedly. However, now he is able to take up to 7 steps (usually closer to 3) before falling on his face. Fortunately James has made Matthias very injury proof, brave, and fearless so the face plants have minimal impact. (I suppose I should give him some credit for catching himself a lot of time.)

Here is a video of Matthias happily walking...oh wait, of course as soon as I pull out the camara he refuses to walk. Finally we were able to force him into this shot...sorry for the crying--normally he is a very happy walker and quite pleased with himself.

Also included in this post is a picture of Matthias signing the word "more" which he just learned today. He is quite the genius at 9 months and 11 days old. He can also sign milk and as you all know he is an avid clapper. "Yay!!" for Matthias...=]