Happy First Birthday, Joel!

This post is dedicated to our birthday boy.

Three hundred, sixty-five days ago, Michael and I headed to the hospital on a cold, dark, rainy morning.  I had to drive myself because Michael was in extreme back pain which I have to praise God for taking it away as Joel was born!  That beautiful day we were given one of the greatest gifts--a son.

Joel Michael--a few days old

Joel at one month

Six months old

10 months old

ONE YEAR OLD!!

It's so hard to believe that our baby is one year old!  It has been a great year, and we have all fallen in love with this bright eyed, active little boy.  Joel has grown so much this year.  He is walking everywhere now.  He has five teeth and is cutting three right now. His favorite word is bye-bye, and he enjoys waving bye-bye especially to vehicles passing (a typical boy).  He loves to play with and tackle his brother, climb everything, and play with cars and trucks.  He is very strong and tough , yet he loves being held and tickled.  Happy Birthday, Joel!