The HEATON clan

I want to write a few observations about each of my sons, mainly to keep the memories fresh and for the future when I eventually make this into a memory book.

So, I will start with Joshy. He is such a joy. He is an easy going child by nature and definitely a lover. He will cuddle with me more than any of the other boys did at this age. I am not sure if this is my memory or due to the fact that he is content to look around and take everything in. He isn't like Evan, who is always busy and in such a rush to do anything and be in the middle of everything.

Josh also loves to be outside. He would rather be outside doing anything than inside. He is also rather quick and has started sounding more like I imagine a Pterodactyl would sound, than a boy. He voice is normally quite deep and resounding. But he is so pleased with himself that he can get around on his own - what wonderful freedom! - that he has started screeching a little. It is very cute.

While outside, Josh loves to roam and is especially facinated by Tyson's skateboard. This is a little worrisome, but we'll keep an eye on him.

Josh is a good eater and many times will out-eat Evan. He is tall and big for his age, I am sure due to the fact that he eats his weight in food daily, but no bigger than Tyson was at this age. He does, however, have amazingly large hands and fee. I noticed these from birth, so I imagine that he will be pretty tall when he finally stops growing.

Joshy also has the cutest, genuine smile. He is quick to laugh and likes to join in when the rest of us are giggling about something. His joining in is a source of amusement to us all and tends to extend the laughing.

One of my favorite memories is of Josh squishing his face after tasting something new. It didn't really matter whether it was sweet or sour, whether he liked it or not ... he would always make the same face. It was extremely cute.