No More Gates

Ryder has finally succeeded in going up and down the stairs. After much practicing at Grandma's over the weekend he was ready to try here at home. Yesterday we left the gate open as we were taking the Christmas decorations downstairs he followed us. Before we knew it he was sliding down on his belly like a pro. Dave removed the gate shortly afterwards to keep the fighting down and before the girls figured out they could lock him upstairs. He was so happy to follow them around and play with them or rather tease them.

He had his 15 month checkup this week as well. He weighs in at 17 pounds 13 ounces and is 29 inches long. He is on the charts with his height, but not his weight. He never slows down and it is too much bother to eat. The doctor says he is healthy and that is all that matters.