Joel has one more day left to fulfill the role of baby of the family. He's in for quite a shock, I'm sure. People have been asking me how he is doing without his cast. The answer is--great! He demonstrates daily that he makes no connection between his daredevil behavior and any possible negative outcomes resulting from that behavior. The doctor told us Joel wouldn't remember his ordeal. That's not always a good thing.
Joel loves pushing himself down the stairs backwards on his belly. I think he can actually get down the stairs faster than his older brother and sisters. Joel is also walking and running well. His "peg leg" has disappeared and he looks like a normal toddler now, bowed legs and all.
One of Joel's greatest joys in life is tormenting his big sister, Lydia. He's figured out that pulling her hair results in a very loud reaction and he takes great pleasure in it. (Yes, original sin is real.) Joel's antics are a constant source of amusement for the whole family. He's just so darn cute that we often have a hard time disciplining him without laughing.
We know Joel's adjustment into the role of "big brother" will be tough, but by God's grace it will happen. I have a feeling we'll have double trouble on our hands with two little boys so close in age. Life is an adventure and we're loving it. Isn't God great?
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