Stephens Family Blog: Teething, Talking & totally cute pictures :)

So, this has been Joshua most of the day. The poor little thing is teething. He's trying (and has been for weeks now) to get some teeth with NO luck! It just kills me to see him in pain.

Joshua had periods of time of happiness today... here's some of the fun when had.

Grandma & Grandpa Pershing playing with Joshua

We have found a hat that fits! (thanks to the Dewell family). This is a 12-18 month hat.

I know two men that will love this next picture! :)

Joshua likes to be read to. He's attentive & will generally listen well. Lately he's enjoyed banging on books more then listening to them be read. Such a boy!

Hey there blue eyes!

Joshua has really expanded his vocabulary. He says "da da", "hi", "Daddy", & "doggie". I was changing his diaper on Tuesday and Jim came into Joshua's room. Joshua looked up at him and said "hi daddy"! It was so clear. Now, I have to admit, I think he says things all the time, but I'm creative and have bad hearing. ha! So, I don't really believe that he's say something until someone else hears him say it and reacts to it and boy, that's what happened. When he said "hi daddy" Jim had a look on his face very similar to the look he had when Joshua was born. It was a very sweet moment.

He has started to wave, not necessarily when saying hi or when coming or going, but he waves none the less.

Joshua isn't crawling yet, but he sure seems like he wants to. The main problem is his leg gets in the way. He's starting to rock and get over his leg, but then he plants his face into the carpet. He'll get it one of these days and our lives will change drastically. Anyone know how to baby proof a flower shop??

Joshua is no longer the youngest Stephens baby. Dave & Jackie welcomed Baby Ben early Saturday morning. Mom & baby are doing well. We are so happy for all 3 of them. What a beautiful family!