Grandma and Grandpa Nettleton's Visit

Grandma and Grandpa Nettleton came to visit and celebrate Joshua's 1st birthday. We were busy doing a lot of things, but didn't do a good job of documenting the visit with photos. We did get some pictures during one of our visits to the beach and of Josh playing with his birthday gift from them.


Josh is lonely now without his grandparents to dote on him all day long...I think he got used to them being around and always having some playmates. It's funny, he's really interested in Grandpa and will just keep his eye on him and watch whatever he's doing - even if it's just reading the newspaper or something! Thanks for a great visit, Mom and Dad!

Random Pictures

Time is flying by here - Josh is already ONE and our baby girl will arrive in about 2 1/2 months. There's much to do to get ready, but I guess all the essentials will fall into place when needed. Here's a few recent pictures:

28 weeks and nameless!

cutie in overalls

I got a taste of life with two kids when Asher came over to play for a few hours while her parents went on a date. It was fun, but a handful! I was grateful though that Josh seemed to handle me paying attention to another baby okay. He's busy with his own activities these days - very, very busy boy.
We are going on vacation next week to the Smoky Mountains, so we took a trial hike at Little Talbot Island to see how Joshua tolerated the backpack. He did great - I think he liked being taller than mommy! I, on the other hand, didn't do so well - the mosquitoes were eating me alive, so I had to call it quits and turn us around early! They always like me, but I've read that pregnant women are especially susceptible to bites.

Really walkin'

The past few days Joshua has really taken off in his walking. Here's a longer video displaying his walking prowess.

Dusting is definitely Josh's favorite household chore. I think it has to do with the fuzziness of the duster - reminds him of other things he loves like stuffed animals, dogs, and fuzzy blankets! Least favorite chore = Vacuuming (hands down!)

Walkin'

Our latest accomplishments

Van's sewing project

Dan's big catch

Joshua's brutal strength

BONUS PIC - A fun day at the park (or proof Joshua isn't always smiling!)

We did all have fun, Josh just didn't want to be contained from his exploring at that moment.