Archive for January, 2008



Cardio update

Joshua had his routine cardiologist visit yesterday.  Overall, things went well according to the doctor, although his extensive exam revealed more damage to Josh’s heart than we’d previously known about (although it’s “mild,” so don’t freak out too much before you read more).  Because Joshua is a squirmy toddler & not too keen on going […]

Spoiled rotten

Joshua has been spoiled rotten with attention the last couple of weeks.  Aunt Vanessa seems to enjoy playing with her favorite nephew as much as he’s enjoying playing with her.  We’ve done lots of fun things while she’s been here—we checked out the International Spy Museum in DC, went to a couple of parks, played […]

Unlucky #7

I can no longer call Joshua my little “Mr. 6-teeth.”  Now, he’s Mr. 7-teeth.  Joshua’s first molar is poking through, & the other looks like it won’t be too far away.  So he’s got 5 teeth on top but still just 2 on the bottom.  Most little ones his age have lots more teeth, but I’m […]