Third Hand

Ella has a third hand, aka her mouth.   Every time she pulls herself up to the standing position, she uses her mouth a a third hand!  I predict that she will be walking sometime during the 9th month!  Right now, she pulls herself up to standing, and "cruises" the length of the couch!  She is walking with the assistance of the couches and ottomans, but it is only a matter of time before she will be able to do it independently.  She likes to stand holding on to the ottoman or couch, while releasing an arm or an entire leg.  I believe she is curiously cautious; she continues to explore her boundaries hut maintains a sense of caution.