Joel Turns 2!

WOW are we proud!Here's our son at 5 min old, 1 year then 2 years! What amazing growth and development! He's a strong 26 pound 8 oz (30%) boy standing 34" tall (40%). He loves trucks and trains, books and his rainboots. He loves his school and teachers, kindermusik and parks! He won't put his lips around anything sweet and can eat meat like the next grown man. He has tons of words including, "excuse me", "magazine", "bookshelf" and "Hunter Street church"...epecially "No, Claire, that's mine!" He trails behind Claire all day and mimics her every move! He knows right where her gymnastics class is and wants to eat Chick Fil A after..or anytime! Running is his mode of mobility and jumping and giggling are daily activities.

We celebrated by having a family party in our home with a Sesame Street theme..cupcakes and ice cream for the guests since he does not like sweets. He also had a party at his school with his buddy, Tanner, whose bday is the 14th. They will both be heartthrobs some day! Claire is a proud big sis and has done a great job showing him the ropes and teaching him. She's as protective of him as he is of her. Some of you have asked if his fever ever subsided...NO. Our pediatrician is working to get in contact with our infection disease doc and another specialist to see how comfortable we should be at 75 days and no break in fever. BUT, you would never think this little guy felt bad at all..he's full steam ahead and moving in the right direction. Thank you Lord for this precious boy you have given us! May we be found faithful to raise him to know and love you and others!