Ryan -- 17 Months

Dear Ryan, 

You are my little one, growing up. I like this picture because you can see how long and lean you are becoming. Just like your brother. This month you showed that you can definitely RUN, rather than just walk. You can also wrestle on the bed. 

 You are also an amazing climber and explorer. The things you climb sometimes make my heart stop for a moment, but you've had more successes than falls.

 You love your smoothies. Speaking of food, you very clearly tell us when you are finished eating -- you take ALL of the food in front of you and sweep it into the crack between the table and your clip-on chair, so that the food falls onto the floor.

 And the iPhone, when you can get your hands on it. (Even better if you can nab it and then hide.)

 Sometimes my blackberry is an okay substitute at the moment.

 You worked on your molars this month. That was exhausting for both of us.

You are so clearly going from a baby to a toddler. We love you.