ladies and gentlemen....she's up!

after much leg strengthening, olive decided it was time for her to stand on her own, without mom and dad's help.

c'mon, how cute is this?

i couldn't believe it, i was so very proud of her!

as long as her hands are touching something to balance, she can stand!

for whatever reason she has always loved this towel ring in the bathroom and loves to stand with it- she is so silly.

she is growing up!

hmmm, this violin piece would feel so good on my gums.

let's see if i can handle this.

i don't know if i will get over this moment of how cute she is like this.

she loves to pick books off the bookshelf. this cookbook will do.

how about another.

standing with dad.

before church. so super cute!

dad, do you need help standing on your own?

if so, i can teach you, i am a pro.