Today, Zachary came down stairs ALMOST all by himself. He didn't go down backwards (the easier way), but the 'adult' way, step by step, one hand holding the railing, the other one holding balance. Perhaps, if both of his hands could reach the railings, he would go down all by himself; but the width of his arms is not yet big enough. That's why towards the end of the stars, he had to hold on to my hand. However, his steps were confident, and his legs were strong. I think this is all the result of his endless outdoor playground activities (going up and down the slide, climbing and running).
We were also able to fulfill my plan and we drove to Gantry Plaza park in Long Island City. Just like Brooklyn Bridge Park, Gantry Plaza is located right across Manhattan. Thus, you can stand right on the boarwalk, or beach line, and take pictures with the skyline background view. It was unclear whether the boys will have enough patience to take some photos with The View. However, as my mom and I picked the correct strategy from the beginning, we were able to take some great shots. Right after we arrived to the park, we put Zachary in his stroller, which kept him calm for quite a while, and my mom took some photos of me with two strollers.
Right after the photo session, we let Zachary run around on his own. Set free, Zac went to the playground, and went down the slide a few times. The slide was for big kids, actually, and it wasn't easy to keep an eye on him at all times. For a second or two, he disappeared here and there, and I was very uncomfortable not being able to see him. This made me think of him growing up just a little more, and wanting more freedom and independence. It will so hard to let him go and explore, and I am glad I still have time to be 'in control.'
We were also able to fulfill my plan and we drove to Gantry Plaza park in Long Island City. Just like Brooklyn Bridge Park, Gantry Plaza is located right across Manhattan. Thus, you can stand right on the boarwalk, or beach line, and take pictures with the skyline background view. It was unclear whether the boys will have enough patience to take some photos with The View. However, as my mom and I picked the correct strategy from the beginning, we were able to take some great shots. Right after we arrived to the park, we put Zachary in his stroller, which kept him calm for quite a while, and my mom took some photos of me with two strollers.
Right after the photo session, we let Zachary run around on his own. Set free, Zac went to the playground, and went down the slide a few times. The slide was for big kids, actually, and it wasn't easy to keep an eye on him at all times. For a second or two, he disappeared here and there, and I was very uncomfortable not being able to see him. This made me think of him growing up just a little more, and wanting more freedom and independence. It will so hard to let him go and explore, and I am glad I still have time to be 'in control.'
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