While at the park on Sunday Juliet did not want to hold our hands while she walked around. Her walking is much more stable now, but her independence is what surprised me. She wanted to walk, run, and explore with us near, but not too close. It is so surprising how each day reminds us that we have a little girl, not a baby. I look at her and smile in wonder and amazement at this journey we get to share with our sweet girl.