CHORES!

Joshua has been quite the helper ever since he could walk, but here lately he has really wanted to help around the house. I was reading were they say it is good for kids to get involved in simple task around the house. Right now they are eager to want to help so why not let them help and in return later down the road it will not be such a surprise to them when they have chores. Joshua has started helping and even though we do not call them "chores" they are his special tasks that he does as part of the family. He loves doing these tasks and doesn't want any help in doing them. He will even go to your house and clean if you want(just kidding). So, we have decided to allow Joshua to have 2 special jobs that he and only he does on a regular basis. He picks up his toys and puts them back where they belong and he also feeds Milo, our dog. It is fun to see him so involved in part of the household duties. We love it and he does too! He will also go and get the broom out of the pantry and sweep the kitchen floor, he does a great job, he even makes sure to get under the table. When feeding Milo for the first time he didn't quite make it to the bowl(he got about halfway and then turned the cup over, food went everywhere). It was cute and of course we didn't have the camera or the flip video on us. He has gotten more accurate each time and after doing it for a little over 2 weeks, he has got it down and hits the bowl now. I am so proud of Joshua and his willingness to help. He is such a delight and I love all the new avenues that we are getting to explore with him. He keeps us on our toes, but it sure is fun!

Joshua "vacuuming" at Aunt Lisa's house...look how detailed he is.ha!

Bringing Milo his food...

great job!

Time to sweep...got get under the table and chairs

HAPPY CLEANING!!!!!!