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5/7 - Noah was sitting on the kitchen floor, trying to plug the breadmaker into his bellybutton. He consistently and safely climbs up the stairs by himself now. Though I do still like to be behind him. Related to this, I really have to pay attention. I... (More)

Posted by joyful on May 12, 2007, 7:24 pm
Category: Noah

Chef Jonathan

While cooking our breakfast on Saturday, I saw that Heather had put the potatoes on the counter, meaning that we should eat them soon, and not forget about them in their normal storage place. I asked Jonathan how we should cook the potatoes for dinner, and he said that we should make... (More)

Posted by jondaley on May 6, 2007, 8:48 pm
Category: Jonathan

Playing, First Molar

Noah has been so much fun recently. I know I've said that before, but now he's initiating the fun, which is a new development. He likes to dance, to bounce, to jump (with my help.) He continues to like peek-a-boo, he loves to play the dropping game. He even played... (More)

Posted by joyful on May 5, 2007, 7:13 pm
Category: Noah

It's Worth Finding A Good Pediatric Dentist!

Last month, I took Jonathan for his first dental checkup and cleaning. He did a great job, asking lots of questions and generally having a good time. But they did discover two huge fillings. The regular dentist doesn't do fillings for kids, so she had us make an appointment... (More)

Posted by joyful on April 30, 2007, 11:40 am
Category: General, Jonathan

Less Exciting, But Still Noteworthy

Here are the things I've written down over the last few days - and I had the foresight to take the paper out of my pocket before going sailing! 4/26 - Jonathan, playing with legos or something: "Dam it, dam it, dam it." Mommy: "Jonathan, please don't say... (More)

Posted by joyful on April 30, 2007, 11:24 am
Category: Jonathan, Noah

Sunny On Sunday

In college, our friend Volus used to say that it was always sunny on Sunday. Even if it was gray in the morning, the sun was out by the time church was over. I found that he was right for the vast majority of the time. This weekend was no exception. Saturday was rainy,... (More)

Posted by joyful on April 30, 2007, 8:11 am
Category: General

Shopping Cart Thrill Ride

After Noah's doctor appointment, we went to the grocery store. I had parked forward-facing to a curbed, sloped sidewalk. On the side of the walk opposite the parking lot was a railing. Because of the curb, I did not push the cart to the trunk of my car as I usually... (More)

Posted by joyful on March 27, 2007, 8:39 am
Category: Jonathan, Noah

Random Recent Things All In One Post

We went to Florida for vacation with the Daleys for one week and the Wightmans for another week. It was a great time. But this leaves me behind on posting, so here we go... On one of our many walks in Clearwater Beach, Jonathan was walking along with a little stick hanging out of... (More)

Posted by joyful on March 18, 2007, 4:16 pm
Category: General, Jonathan, Noah

Bible Quiz

You scored as NASB - New American Standard Bible . You are intelligent, responsible, and understanding. You strive to do your best possible in all areas of life and are generally quite successful. You do not mind being different and sometimes taking risks, but you simultaneously find no... (More)

Posted by jondaley on March 9, 2007, 11:26 am
Category: Bible

8 Months, Peekaboo, Pulling Up

Today, Noah is 8 months old! Yesterday, he played peekaboo with me by pulling the fabric of the sling in front of his face. When I said, "Where's Noah?" he would pull it away with a big ol' grin and I would say "peekaboo!" This week he has learned... (More)

Posted by joyful on February 28, 2007, 9:28 am
Category: Noah

Home Owners For Real!

Yesterday, I mailed the payoff check for our mortgage. This is very exciting for us. To be completely debt free (even of 'good' debt) and really truly own our house. Sure, it helps to have a house that didn't cost very much to start with. But we have been... (More)

Posted by joyful on February 22, 2007, 3:33 pm
Category: General

Deep Thoughts by Jonathan and Other Stories

Jonathan: "I know why Isaac died." Mommy [thinking she'd like to know]: "You do? " Jonathan: "It's because his body stopped working." Directly after the above: Jonathan: "If Jesus didn't die on the cross..." Mommy... (More)

Posted by joyful on February 17, 2007, 8:33 pm
Category: Jonathan

Modesty Survey

I never knew Josh Harris had brothers, but I recently found out about their web site , and a survey they have published - the questions were based on questions and comments from women who were interested in what guys thought about different articles of clothing, make-up, etc. The survey... (More)

Posted by jondaley on February 14, 2007, 8:43 pm
Category: Reviews

7th Tooth Finally Makes It and Other Stories

Lower left. It's been bothering him for quite a while. Glad it's through and I hope the matching one comes quickly so we can have a rest for a while. Noah has made up his own game that's kind of like Bocce ball. He holds one ball in his hand, and then uses it... (More)

Posted by joyful on February 14, 2007, 6:05 pm
Category: Noah

Jon's 30th Birthday Party

We had a big bash, hosted by the Moores. I invited all our Pittsburgh friends that I had valid email addresses for. (So if you missed it and are disappointed, send me your correct email address!) Total attendees: 45 (including babies.) We all had a lot of fun, and I'd like to... (More)

Posted by joyful on February 14, 2007, 1:05 pm
Category: General