Oh the drama. It seems as though for several years now right around the time of his birthday and Christmas Joshua has behavior issues. This birthday was no different so he actually lost all of his presents and had to earn them back with good behavior over the course of two days. Yes, feel free to judge, but we are mean parents and really did take the presents away; he needs to understand that his actions have consequences no matter if it's his birthday or not. Someday I hope that whole "actions have consequences" thing sinks in. He was finally able to open two gifts one day and two the next after earning them back - thus he is wearing different clothes in the pictures below.
I can't really believe he is six already and will be headed to 1st grade is just a few short months! Wow! Along with stubbornness, having an attitude, and having a temper come the more lovable qualities that Joshua has of being a curious kid who likes to learn about things, a science/God's creation/animal lover, an amazing little artist, a good writer, and child who loves to be read to and is learning the enjoyment of reading himself. He loves school and enjoys Sunday school as well. It's been another year of growth in a variety of areas. He is still sensitive, but is learning how to not be overly sensitive. He has learned to be a more caring and kind friend to others and it's really fun to hear about who he plays with and what they play. Joshua has learned so much this year cognitively, it's incredible. He was having a tough time with the whole learning to read deal (specifically blending the sounds together), but we've been working through a book a friend suggested and he has come a long way, reading with more ease and more importantly, confidence! We look forward to seeing you grow and learn more each day Joshua and thank God for blessing our family with you . . .I'm sure God has big plans for you!
A Playmobil pirate set.
He wasn't groovin' on it, but I made him take a second to smile for a picture.
The Hot Wheels RC car he so badly wanted!
Yeah, more Hot Wheels stuff!
A new track for his cars.
A Nerf Bow! 
1 comments:
all I can say to this is...Matthew is one lucky kid to have a big brother with all those awesome boy-toys! I bet the color pink and dolls are no where to be found at your home...
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