Long May You Run

Oliver has been a running machine of late. Whether upstairs or downstairs, he will often turn to Mom or Dad, say "I'm running!", and start taking off for the other side of the room immediately. Once he gets there, he runs back to his original position, waits for you to say "Ready Set Go!" and he is off to the races again. He even changes it up from time to time, if you get to see his "sideways walk" in person you will double over with laughter, or even his newest skill of walking backwards. How the boy avoids running into things when going forwards or backwards is astounding. He has this knack of avoiding couches, tables, even sisters at the last possible second. Oliver also has taken a liking to sticking his arms out while running, referring to himself as an airplane. (He will be so thrilled to ride on one in just a few short weeks.) Last but not least, if you ask him, he will show you his spins and, if you're really lucky, his jumps. It's priceless to see someone jump without actually leaving their feet. Needless to say, Oliver is developing quite the personality and to say he is entertaining is certainly an understatement. Look out, USA, Oliver is taking his show to the Sunshine State soon! Athletic recruiters and talent scouts be ready!

Flight Oliver is cleared for takeoff

Stopping to enjoy a good read with big sister

Post-dinner exercise regimen

Another break to work on counting skills and truck knowledge

Bye bye, folks! Thanks for coming!