Boiler Up Baby Joshua

Grandpa Don

Grandpa Don on Christmas Day with Joshua

Grandpa Don went home to be with the Lord Tuesday Feb. 23rd. We rejoice knowing he has a whole healthy body! He's no longer bed ridden or in pain!

Grandpa was such an example to me of strength. Even with all the surgeries, procedures, tests, and being bed ridden ~ he didn't complain. He didn't say why me. He very rarely said he was in pain. What an amazing man!

We are so glad Grandpa was able to meet Joshua. We have lots of stories to tell Joshua about his Great Grandpa!

We celebrated Grandpa's life Friday morning in a private family service. I had the privilege to make the flowers for his casket.

I will miss his smile. Not only did Grandpa’s smile light up his face, but the whole room he was in. A lot of times this was a sneaky little grin (because of something he did or said) or a full smile just laughing at us. No matter what his was smiling about, his smile warmed my heart.

I love you Grandpa!

Joshua at 2 months

Joshua had his 2 month appointment on Thursday Feb. 18th. He weighed 11 lbs, 11 oz and was 23 1/2 inches long. His height & weight are both in the 50th percentile, while his head in the 90th. I made a comment about this being Jim's fault at the doctor's office and the doctor was quick to point out that I don't have a small head either. Joshua got 3 shots at his appointment. He cried, but once I comforted him he was fine. He had a fever and was fussy for about a day, but delt with the shots better than I did. (I'm not a fan of shots anyway..but watching those needles get poked into my son was horrible!!) Joshua is doing great. He's happy, healthy and very spoiled by everyone!

Valentine's Day 2010

I had lots and lots of family and friends that helped at the shop for valentine's day. Thank you, thank you, thank you all so much! This is the only picture I took of my helpers. (The camera is always in the diaper bag and Joshua wasn't at the shop)

During Valentine's week my friends Andrea & David as well as Grandma Dana & Grandma Lu watched Joshua. There was just too much going on at the shop for him to get all the love and attention that he deserves! Here are some pictures I stole from Andrea's blog. They have a son (Little David) who is 2 & 1/2 weeks older than Joshua.

Joshua, David & Little David

Little David is on the left & Joshua is on the right.

We can't thank the Rowe's,  Grandma Dana, & Grandma Lu enough for all their help with Joshua during Valentine's week. We are so blessed to have so many loving people to care for him. It really took a lot of stress from Mommy knowing he was getting spoiled! Thanks again everyone!

Uncle Gary

This is my Uncle Gary. Many of you have been praying for him for a long time. On Sunday, Feb. 14th he was called home to heaven after a 3+ year battle with pancreatic cancer. First, I want to thank you all for the continued prayers over the last 3 years. Uncle Gary was the oldest of my dad’s siblings (the club historian). He touched so many lives in his 60 years here on earth. He was an amazing son, brother, father, grandpa, uncle and friend. He taught me so many things about business, life and doing what was important. He was a fighter till the end.

Our family gathered for a visitation and funeral for Uncle Gary this Tuesday and Wednesday. It was a wonderful time for sharing how Uncle Gary made a difference in all of our lives. It was easy to see how loved he was by the massive amounts of flower arrangements and the 4 solid hours of those who came to pay their respects.

These are the flowers I did from my family for Uncle Gary's service.

Uncle Gary told me that Joshua was the hope that our family needed and I think that is true. Joshua was such a trooper over the last few days. He did great during the service, hardly made a peep. At the family dinner he didn’t mind being passed around. He really made so many people happy.

Below are some pictures of the family (and of course Joshua) from the last few days.

We love you & miss you Uncle Gary!

Update...

Joshua was weighed last Monday. He was 9 lbs, 5 oz. Our boy is getting big! :) He has his 2 month check up on Feb. 15th. He is sleeping between 4 to 5 hours at night, which for a 7 week old isn't too bad. Joshua has been doing really great at the shop. Most of the time he's so quiet customers don't even know he's there. He's really starting to watch his mobile, fans, and lights. It's truly amazing how he changes everyday! We feel so blessed to have him and to be able to share him with our family & friends! Here's a few more pictures for you to enjoy. :)

say what?

Mr. Smiles :)

Grandma Dana & Joshua

Shirt says "what happens at Grandma's stays at Grandma's"

All smiles :)