A Tribute to Josh as he becomes a Teenager!

Joshua Charles joined our family on December 30, 1998. 

We were all thrilled to have a son,and brother!!!

It didn't take us long to figure out that little boys were WAY different than little girls are.  I "wrestled" you at church, got a good work out.  You had three other mothers as your older sisters loved to spoil you.  Daddy was happy to not be the only guy in the family

and to have some Father-Son experiences.

You loved your Tigger and Duck and HAD to have them to sleep.

You also loved chocolate, just like your Mommy! 

You love animals and wanted to become a Vet.

You had lots of energy and such a sense of humor!  You loved to swim!

Before we knew it you were turning 8 and getting baptized.  You were so excited!

You LOVED to learn and succeeded in school and always got good grades.

 You loved Star Wars and Webkins.  You were an awesome Scout and earned many awards!

You LOVED playing video games, and even talked Gammy into playing with you!

 We can't believe how fast you have grown up!  You have been such a joy to raise.  You are so honest and will help me whenever asked!  You are such a good student, and try so hard to have excellent grades.  You are such a good big brother to Rachel.  I have loved seeing your sweet testimony grow!!

Josh, I am grateful for our relationship!  We are so close and that means a lot to me!  You are growing into such an amazing young man, and I am excited to watch what your future holds. 

Happy 13th Birthday, son!!!