Joshy Solves Economic Crisis!!!

It's truly amazing; Joshy has solved our economy's problems.

Ok, so that's an April Fools joke, but at least he's a happy boy.

This week Josh moved up to a new classroom. He is now with the "older" kids who can walk. He's almost able to keep up with them as a fast crawler, but we're thinking (see if you agree after watching this video) that he'll be walking soon.

Josh is looking forward to a fun night over with Mommom and Poppop this weekend. It will be a good test for May when they get him for two whole days!!!

MMM. Josh is happy after his favorite meal--Chick-filet!!

Josh Does Hawaii...

Josh went on a vacation to HAWAII!!!! Believe it or not, he was actually very well behaved on the 9 hour flight from Chicago to Maui -- which is a big feat considering he only slept about 2 hours total! He spent a lot of time flirting with the stewardesses.

Day 1 in Maui was a little overcast and we took a windy, hairpin, one-lane road through the North Shore... as you can see here, Josh mostly enjoyed the car ride... until he got carsick. Poor guy!

One of the next adventures was snorkeling. Josh enjoyed the breezy boat ride to Turtle Cove...

but had a little trouble figuring out the snorkeling gear.

He also just spent a lot of time relaxing -- more time with Mom and Dad instead of daycare!

Josh loved digging in the sand on the beach at Maui.

Our trip spanned March 17th, so of course our little Leprechaun had to get geared up for St. Patrick's Day.

Josh strolls along the grounds of the condo complex during cocktail hour...One of the definite highlights was a luau called "The Feast of Lele". Josh was mesmerized by the fiery torches and the dancing hula girls.

After 5 action-packed days in Maui we headed to the island of Oahu for Cousin Jon's wedding in Honolulu. The beaches were gorgeous but Josh was NOT a fan of the water...


...he much preferred digging sand pits with Cousin Pete.

The atmosphere in Hawaii was very relaxed.... "No shoes, no shirt, no problem!"


Josh gives Cousin Jon some last-minute advice before he gets hitched.

All the cousins had a great time celebrating!

It was a FANTASTIC vacation, nonetheless, jet lag does not treat a 10 month-old well...

Mr. Activity

Clapping hands and trying to talk....

Learning how to walk! Cousin Will lent Josh this cool walking wagon.

Mommy's Home!

So the boys survived five nights last week while Andrea was in Las Vegas. Andy had a lot of help from G-grandma who came down from NYC for two nights.

Josh has picked up some new tricks. He loves to clap his hands and he has learned to pinch. So everyone better watch out!!!!

He's now an expert crawler and loves to explore all the corners of the house. He'll pull himself up to standing on anything he can find and he's learning to play ball with daddy. Mommy and Daddy are going to have to bubble-wrap the house so its Joshy-proof.

He's now 20# 3oz and 28" tall, 50%ile for both.

We're so lucky that he's a good little kid and to have so many people close to us.

He loves playing with bubbles.

Josh Age 9 Months

Josh has changed so much recently!! He is crawling all over the place and super curious about his surroundings. He doesn't want to be held much because there is too much out there to explore! He is also trying all kinds of different table foods; he loves bananas, chicken, Goldfish, and peas (!). Still not a fan of carrots or peaches, but we will keep trying! He is also FINALLY sleeping through the night (mostly) but still very stingy on the naps.

Josh and PopPop hang out.

His favorite position -- cruising around the coffee table.

"Yummy table."



Now I can pull up and wait for Mommy to come get me out of bed.

Who's Lance Armstrong? A cycling champion in waiting.

"Come on mom, take the picture so I can get out of this silly outfit!"

Josh loves bathtime. Big splashing and special toys. Almost too big for bathing in the sink.

Joshy loves the horsey from Great-Aunt Debbie.

More to come!

Another Great Weekend...

Another fabulous family visit this weekend. Grandma and Grandpa came out for the weekend. Josh enjoyed a walk to the candy store and lots of attention.



Josh gets to play with another of his stuff animals. This time he hugs "Kirby" the Cricket.

All bundled up for our walk! (To celebrate the first day above freezing in forever!)

Jumping Man

This is a great way to get a little one tired out for a nap.

"Oh., I love Rocco my new stuffed doggy" He's very soft and huggable.

Josh and Bree celebrate the Big Game by having some chicken wings. PopPop and Uncle Jeff were very happy that the 'Burgh came out victorious. Mommy cleaned house on the betting game (she even picked the halftime playlist correctly!)