It seems like every time we watch Spencer, either at our house, or at Rachelle's, he seems to grow at least an inch and gets a little heavier when we pick him up. He's at least 29" long, and weighs about 23 pounds, and he's not quite 8 months old yet! Grandma Teri taught him to clap just by repeating the phrase "clap-clap" while clapping her hands. He's a quick learner with a good memory, so now when he's sitting on his booster seat, he'll start clapping on his own, as long as he's not pre-occupied with eating or chewing on some strap or toy. Of course, he has to go through his routine of facial expressions, as if he was auditioning for a stage drama!