The Farnsworth Clan

Josh's Mom's Soft French Bread Recipe!

2011-05-27T21:21:00.002-04:00

Check out Josh's latest Recipe!

http://joshlovesit.com/french-bread-recipes/

$121 Natural Skin Care Giveaway

2011-05-11T18:12:00.000-04:00

Enter Josh & Laura's newest giveaway:

http://joshlovesit.com/natural-skin-care-product/

Save Big Money with Free “PriceDrop” Firefox Add On

2011-05-05T17:08:00.000-04:00

Read Josh's newest article:

http://joshlovesit.com/save-money-free-pricedrop-firefox-add-on/

How to Modify Bisquick to get the World’s Best Waffles!

2011-05-03T17:05:00.000-04:00

Check out Josh's newest recipe!

http://joshlovesit.com/bisquick-recipes/

Laura & Josh's trip to Siena, Italy!

2011-04-20T13:30:00.001-04:00

Read about our trip to Siena, Tuscany, Italy!

http://joshlovesit.com/siena-tuscany-italy/

Josh & Laura's trip to Cambodia!

2011-04-12T19:41:00.003-04:00

Read Josh's article on their trip to Cambodia:

http://joshlovesit.com/travel-angkor-wat-cambodia/

PocketWizard Plus II Transceiver

2011-04-09T21:30:00.000-04:00

See Josh's newest review:

http://joshlovesit.com/pocketwizard-plus-2-transceiver/

$50 Funny Photo Contest

2011-04-06T14:44:00.000-04:00

Enter Josh's funny photo contest & win dinner at the Olive Garden!

http://joshlovesit.com/olive-garden-funny-photo-contest/

Josh's Homemade Spinach Pasta

2011-03-28T20:19:00.002-04:00

Josh's Homemade Spinach Pasta

Try out Josh's Spinach Pasta recipe!!!

$189 Hotel Roanoke Stay Giveaway!

2011-03-25T16:58:00.001-04:00

Josh is giving away a free night's stay + breakfast to the Hotel Roanoke, so register to win!

$189 Hotel Roanoke Stay Giveaway!

7 Funniest Pranks Ever! Vote for your Favorite!

2011-03-19T17:28:00.001-04:00

Vote for your favorite prank video on Josh's blog!

7 Funniest Pranks Ever! Vote for your Favorite!

$150 Brenthaven Laptop Backpack Giveaway!

2011-03-16T22:12:00.001-04:00

$150 Brenthaven Laptop Backpack Giveaway!

Visit Josh's blog to win this laptop! JoshLovesIt.com

Something's Screwy Around Here

2011-03-12T17:56:00.001-05:00

Something's Screwy Around Here

http://joshlovesit.com/makita-bdf452-drill/

$90 in "DK Travel Guides" Giveaway!

2011-03-05T22:05:00.000-05:00

Josh is giving away $90 in DK travel guides! Check it out at JoshLovesIt.com:
$90 in "DK Travel Guides" Giveaway!

Cut like a Professional Chef in 5 Minutes!

2011-03-02T19:11:00.001-05:00

Cut like a Professional Chef in 5 Minutes!

Josh's Giveaway! Dinner at the Cheesecake Factory!

2011-02-17T21:03:00.001-05:00

Josh is giving away a $50 gift card to The Cheesecake Factory:
Josh's Giveaway! Dinner at the Cheesecake Factory!

Destination: Coyote Gulch, Utah

2011-02-01T18:24:00.001-05:00

Have you been here?

Click below to read Josh's review:

Destination: Coyote Gulch, Utah

How to Download Your Facebook Account

2011-01-29T08:54:00.001-05:00

Download your Facebook files before you get hacked!

How to Download Your Facebook Account

Breaking the Leprosy Curse

2011-01-24T20:17:00.000-05:00

You've gotta check this touching charity out:

Breaking the Leprosy Curse

Ocean Wonders Soothe & Glow Seahorse

2011-01-21T17:07:00.002-05:00

Has anyone seen this toy?

Click below to read Josh's review:
Ocean Wonders Soothe & Glow Seahorse

Giveaway! Laptop Backpack by Brenthaven

2011-01-19T18:23:00.000-05:00

Josh is giving away an $80 laptop backpack for free! Click below to win it:

Giveaway! Laptop Backpack by Brenthaven

How to Prevent Blindness with CAP Dumbbells

2011-01-17T21:48:00.000-05:00

Josh's new article:

How to Prevent Blindness with CAP Dumbbells

Josh's Easy Homemade Italian Berry Gelato Recipe!

2011-01-15T21:33:00.000-05:00

Josh just posted his super easy gelato recipe:

Josh's Easy Homemade Italian Berry Gelato Recipe!

Josh’s Butternut and Thyme Creamy Pasta (click below)

2011-01-14T13:25:00.001-05:00

Check out Josh's new recipe!

Josh’s Butternut and Thyme Creamy Pasta

Giveaway! Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs Blu-ray/DVD Combo

2011-01-11T16:26:00.000-05:00

Visit Josh's blog to win Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs!

Giveaway! Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs Blu-ray/DVD Combo

Hotels: Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa, Thailand

2011-01-06T08:41:00.000-05:00

Check out the most amazing hotel we've ever stayed at:
Hotels: Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa, Thailand

Moving our blog!

2010-10-24T19:00:00.002-04:00

We are moving our blog to a Wordpress.org account because it is much more powerful and simple than Blogger. From now on our friends can access our blog at:

family.joshuafarnsworth.com

(If you don't have your own web hosting account/domain you can get a free account at Wordpress.com & easily move all your blogger posts).

A trip to Mill Mountain Zoo on Labor day

2010-09-07T08:08:00.004-04:00

So we decided to take a little trip to Mill Mountain Zoo on Josh's day off. We drove the Blue Ridge Parkway on the way there and enjoyed the beautiful views. Then we at lunch up on Mill Mountain and then headed into the Zoo.I don't think I have been to that zoo in over 20 years.....overall it was definitely worth the trip for a 2 year old. We had loads of fun and thought I would post a few pictures and video.

What happens when you leave your 2 year old alone for a minute in the kitchen

2010-08-30T11:14:00.002-04:00

So I left Joseph alone for a brief moment in the kitchen and returned to find this. He had decided to go for a quick swim in the flour to see how if felt. Josh decided to join him in the fun while I stood dreading the clean up.

Joseph has surgery

2010-08-30T10:48:00.006-04:00

Joseph had surgery on friday for a kidney condition he has had since birth, called Hydronephrosis. He had to have the surgery with a specialist up at UVA's hospital. He spent two nights in the hospital recovering and left sunday morning to come home. He is doing great right now and is spending these next few days resting. So we are spending alot of time watching winnie the pooh and napping. Thanks for all of your prayers.

Hiking in Virginia

2010-06-02T22:19:00.002-04:00

Surprise!!!

2010-03-30T20:30:00.001-04:00

Joseph loves Pumpkins

2009-11-03T10:18:00.003-05:00

Looking to the sky
Oscar Mayer posing for the camera
With his pumpkin.
Joseph loves pumpkins. He is trying to say "pumpkin" but it comes out as "pa-pum". It is so cute.

We voted.....did you?

2009-11-03T10:11:00.002-05:00

Papa and Joseph after voting. And yes Joseph actually voted. Josh selected the candidates and Joseph pushed the final "vote" button. We are so proud of Joseph for doing his part too.
Leaving the voting stations pleased with our decision.
Was there any question that we would vote Republican?
I love living in Virginia where I really feel like my vote counts.
Proof that I did my part

The best kids show on earth!

2009-11-03T09:24:00.004-05:00

All snuggled up ready to watch his 1 tv show a day...................."Bear in the big blue house". This is a very special 25 minutes that Joseph is very serious about. He loves this show so much, and I actually love it to. Great music, very positive, and great humor......what more could a parent want?
So here is the one tape we own of "bear in the big blue house". It has a Halloween and Thanksgiving special. Joseph doesn't mind that he has to watch the same two shows over and over......I guess he gets that from Uncle Stephen.
In the zone.....I can't believe this is the only way to keep a child still for 25 minutes.

Here is the one and only video that we own that Joseph absolutely is obsessed with. During the day he will point to the VCR to let me know that he wants to watch the episode again.

Hillbilly Halloween

2009-11-02T19:12:00.002-05:00

In our backyard dressed as hillbillies for our Halloween Party.
My pumpkin that Joseph and I carved. Josh took some spooky pictures in the basement.
The pup joins our family photo.Yes I created this masterpiece. Amazing huh?

A close up of our Halloween costumes.

Trunk or Treat

2009-11-02T00:17:00.002-05:00

Here we are Halloween night about to go trick or treating.
Forget candy!!! Apples are way better than that sweet stuff!
In the parking lot trunk or treating.
With Grandma.

We decided to take Joseph trunk or treating at the ward Halloween party this year. He had a blast!! He thoroughly enjoyed being in the parade, eating way too many sweets, and running around like crazy in his cookie monster costume. What a cutie!!

Going to the corn maze

2009-11-02T00:07:00.002-05:00

My mom and decided to venture out to Christiansburg, Virginia to Sinkland Farms to give my mom a Halloween experience. It was her first corn maze and fall festival trip. We had a blast, even if we got rained on the majority of the time.
Joseph and I in the middle of the corn maze. We got lost a few times but managed to get through ok.
Mom, Joseph and I at the start of the maze. Oscar also attended the activity and helped sniff our way out.
I ran into a dear friend, Tommy Ingram, from high school at the corn maze. It had been years since we spoke or saw each other. It was great to catch up and introduce Mr. Joseph to him.
Debating on whether or not to get a pumpkin or not. Joseph attempted to say pumpkin, but it comes out as "Pa Pa". Josh is thrilled that he can say his name now, even if he is trying to say "pumpkin" instead of "dad".
Posing in front of the camera for mama!

We got to see Mit Romney!!

2009-10-28T23:47:00.002-04:00

Mit with some friends of ours
Campaign signs
Joseph T and I blending in at the rally

Today Joseph, Papa, and I went to a political rally for a few republicans running in Virginia. Mit Romney made an appearance too. Last time was saw him, Joseph was in my tummy and was only 4 months gestation. It was so warm and nice out for a pep rally!!

Not again!!

2009-10-27T22:31:00.002-04:00

So Joseph has found a new obsession.... He loves toilets. Everything about them he loves. He loves to pull on the roll of toilet paper, he loves to splash in the water, he loves to flush the toilet multiple times a day....but today we have another to add to the list.
Today I was using the toilet, and being the excellent mother I am, I kept the door open to watch my son in case he decided to do something naughty while I wasn't looking. Joseph decided to walk in to check on me and make sure I was doing fine. He entered in carrying a little paper notebook that I keep lists of "to do's" in. It all happened so fast at this point....He darted around the side of me and quickly slipped the notebook behind my bum into the toilet!!!!! I didn't even have time to react. I pushed him out of the room while trying to get myself together and then I managed to chase him to his room. The notebook is ruined.....but the memory will always be there.

I love this baby!!!

2009-10-27T22:18:00.003-04:00

Joseph and I at the Greek festival in September. Aren't we cute?
Us about to ride the big pony that my friend tabitha owns.
A year ago at the beach.
Aren't my toes just yummy!!
Mr. Yellow is my comforter!!

Today I just wanted to make a post to say how much I love this baby! He is the sweetest baby I have ever met. He makes me smile all day. He keeps me running every second and entertained every moment. His newest word is "Jesus" and my mom taught him "bad bird" tonight. I just wanted to say that I am so grateful to be a mother. It is definitely the most challenging task yet, but the rewards are so great. Today I left him in the basement with Josh and as I was walking upstairs he cried "Mama, Mama, Mama"...........it completely melted my heart. What a blessing it is to have such a sweet spirit in the home.

New photos at: http://blog.joshuafarnsworth.com/

2009-10-27T07:30:00.001-04:00

See all the photos at: http://blog.joshuafarnsworth.com/

Calling in sick for the night....

2009-10-23T22:06:00.002-04:00

So today is a big day for me........it is the first day I have called in sick for work the entire year!! I contemplated this decision all day about the pros and cons of actually going into work today.....but I finally came to my senses and did what I had to do (I don't think carilion would be too happy about me coming to work with NICU babies sounding the way I did), I called in sick. I came down with a cold/sore throat/cough the other night at work and it has just gotten worse in the past two days. My voice has gone from it's sweet sound to either a high pitched whispering woman or a deep low voice of a man depending on how I manipulate my vocal chords. I attempted to call work today and it took me 5 attempts for the charge nurse to understand that it was Laura Farnsworth on the phone and that I was calling in sick. Once she got the point she laughed and said "yes, you better stay home tonight......and get back in bed!!". I had a wonderful evening resting up by eating waffles and by making pumpkin sculptures (pictures soon to come). I am feeling a little better......with a good night's rest......I will be as good as new tomorrow morning. Goodbye for now!!

Can I ask forgiveness?

2009-10-23T00:23:00.004-04:00

So I am finally pleading for forgiveness. I am being called to repentance for not ever updating our blog. I know I have been pretty pathetic, but I am going to try to be better. After seeing the movie Julie and Julia a few weeks ago, I came to the realization that I could find alot of happiness in writing a blog and in pursuing new hobbies.....like cooking. I have never been that great of a writer, but I suddenly felt like I could use this as an opportunity to slow down and catch the small important moments of the day by recording them on our blog. So often a day comes and go and no record is kept of the events. I have been a horrible scrapbooker, but maybe blogging could become a new record keeping attempt? Do any of you wonderful bloggers have any tips of staying motivated or keeping your blog updated and interesting. Please send your tips my way. Anyways.......here is my official declaration..............."I now will be better about keeping up on our family records, starting today!!"

A field trip to Dixie Caverns with Josh's parents

2009-10-23T00:16:00.003-04:00

When Josh's parents came out to visit us in September, I decided to plan a few fun activities. One of which was to visit Dixie Caverns. I hadn't been there in years and couldn't remember much about it. It ended up being extremely entertaining and gave us wonderful memories. If you are ever in the mood for a redneck cavern experience............then Dixie Caverns is the place for you.

Inside the cave.
Yes....believe it or not....the tour guide volunteered to touch a bat in the cave so I could get a good picture to show to others.
Before going in to the wonderful caves.

Group shot..................Everyone SMILE!!

A trip to UVA for a doctor's appointment for Joseph

2009-10-23T00:10:00.004-04:00

Joseph still needs to go for check ups for a medical condition he has called Hydronephrosis. He most likely will grow out of this problem, but in the meanwhile he has to visit the Nephrologist every few months.Joseph got the royal treat of a bottle of milk to calm his nerves before seeing the doctor.
Running around UVA's campus afterwards for fun.

The ultimate treat of seeing his girlfriend Olyvia and eating lunch after his doctor's appointment

My trip to Time Out for Women in Richmond, VA

2009-10-23T00:05:00.003-04:00

Triple Trouble!!! Having dinner in a sketchy restaurant in the middle of the Ghetto in downtown Richmond.
Part of our Relief Society.
Proof that we made it!
More women from our stake.
A bunch of crazy groupies posing with Mark Mabry (photographer for "reflections of Christ").

Stephen's wedding July 2009

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4th of July Celebrations

2009-10-22T22:27:00.003-04:00

Some of my fabulous YW that are the greatest.
The whole clan including the love birds (aka Stephen and Savannah)
An attempt to take a family picture.
Can you believe this.......................Amazing......I wish I were this creative.
A local turkey we met at the festivities.

A hiking trip up Tinker Mountain

2009-10-22T22:18:00.002-04:00

Starting off the hike already looking tired!!
I used to hike this mountain as a child, but didn't remember the unimpressive view from the top....
It started raining on the way down and Oscar Mayer got soaked!
The tough guys, Josh and Joseph.
Hiking just makes me so tired........good thing I have a good papa to carry me.

2009-10-14T21:32:00.002-04:00

Laura decided to get her hair cut off. Doesn't it look beautiful?

Laura & Joseph at the Palmyra temple

Joseph doing a little reading at the Hill Cummorah

Josh's new portrait, by Laura

2009-09-30T20:23:00.001-04:00

Funny!

2009-08-31T09:51:00.000-04:00

Amazing !!! You've gotta watch this!

2009-08-06T20:40:00.001-04:00

Socialized Healthcare protest at Democrat "town meeting"

2009-08-03T12:11:00.000-04:00

Drive-through Zoo

2009-07-12T22:36:00.012-04:00

This is the best zoo in the world! Josh's sister Heather & her family drove down from Washington DC to visit & we took them to the zoo. You can drive your car through the zoo and Joseph & his cousins loved it. If you come visit us we'll take you, since it's an hour from us in Virginia! http://www.virginiasafaripark.com/

Sunset Beach, North Carolina (A hidden treasure)

2009-07-02T18:59:00.003-04:00

This is one of our favorite vacation spots back east. White baby powder sand, very warm water, very hot sun, historical sites...much better than the west coast!

Get your Hankie ready

2009-06-17T09:30:00.001-04:00

Joseph's true love

2009-05-19T22:57:00.002-04:00

what a weiner dog will turn you into...

2009-05-19T22:51:00.004-04:00

santa in march?

2009-05-19T22:49:00.003-04:00

What feeding an infant chocolate will do

2009-05-19T22:47:00.004-04:00

Warning: infant eating chocolate

2009-05-19T22:43:00.004-04:00

The Giggle monster

2009-05-19T22:35:00.005-04:00

some more pictures

2009-05-19T22:30:00.002-04:00

Fun photoshoot

2009-05-19T22:12:00.002-04:00

Here are some fun photos that Josh took in the studio and then some are just some we took at home. Joseph LOVES to get his picture taken.

Easter!!!!

2009-05-19T22:07:00.005-04:00

Where did the Farnsworth Family blog go?

2009-05-15T22:29:00.005-04:00

Believe it or not.....our family is still alive. I know many of you thought we dropped off the face of the planet since we have not updated our blog in 5 months. Our family has had a series of ups and downs....and blogging didn't jump to the top of my list during alot of these moments. Here are a few of our highlights from the past 5 months.

www.joshuafarnsworth.com

2009-01-28T21:02:00.004-05:00

Josh has finally got his photography business up and running again here in Virginia. His website is: http://www.joshuafarnsworth.com/ and his blog is: http://www.blog.joshuafarnsworth.com/
If you've got any friends on the east coast, please email them his websites, in case they know of someone getting married this spring or summer!

Christmas Photo Shoot

2008-12-16T10:21:00.005-05:00

Last night I shot these photos of my little family and with Laura's parents. Merry Christmas to everyone!

Our home is almost finished!

2008-12-15T14:52:00.000-05:00

We've had requests from several people to see what our home looks like now that we're nearly finished remodeling. Please excuse the mess! We haven't included the master bath & bedroom, since it is full of Christmas messiness. About all we have left to finish is the crown moulding and a few electrical outlets and switches.

What we see when we answer our front door (living room to the right and dining room to the left...half bath door just on the left).

Hallway from living room to laundry room & kitchen

Josh has always wanted a blue kitchen with colonial white cabinets!

Stairs down to our walkout basement (the only carpeted room)

Entryway stairs to go to our 2nd floor

Joseph's bedroom & bathroom

Our dream closet!

The office/3rd bedroom (3 bedrooms in all and 2.5 baths).

Driving & Hiking the Blue Ridge Parkway

2008-12-06T11:32:00.004-05:00

For those of you who don't know, we live in the middle of the Blue Ridge Mountains. There is a world famous scenic byway, called the Blue Ridge Parkway, that runs through Tennessee, North Carolina, and Virginia and happens to be several miles from our home. People come from all over the world to see the amazing autumn colors.

We met some wonderful Chinese people who were driving to see the Parkway.

Hiking the Appalachian Trail!! (Nov 8th)

2008-12-06T11:20:00.004-05:00

Josh has wanted to hike on the Appalachian trail since he was a boy!

Apple Orchard Falls, along the Appalachian Trail.

Finally! Gass dropped below $2.00!!! (now it's $1.39 in Roanoke!!).

Halloween 2008

2008-12-06T10:09:00.003-05:00

Halloween just so happens to be one of the Farnsworth's favorite holidays!

This was our first Halloween party in our new Virginia home (well, our first party ever in our home).

Annie & Ned Diviney are such cute kids

Brent & Laura Williams and Matt & Jess McBride

Pugal & Sheila Selvaraj & their kids

Correy Diviney and Laura's brother Stephen

Laura spent hours making these "pupcakes" since Halloween is Oscar's birthday

Our ward Halloween party. Josh has a Gorilla mask, but couldn't wear it here. His costume, he is sure, will come in handy in the future...heh, heh, heh...

Greek Festival

2008-12-05T10:14:00.000-05:00

Every Friday night Laura's parents watch Joseph & Oscar so we can go on a date. Since Roanoke has soooo many fun family things going on all the time, we found an anual Greek Festival. They had great Greek food, Greek dancing & Greek music. We've gotta go to Greece!

Please listen to this...Glenn Beck and Ezra Taft Benson

2008-11-13T09:10:00.000-05:00

Prophetic Warnings Coming True

2008-11-13T09:03:00.001-05:00

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Baptism of Howard Parker

2008-10-19T22:22:00.003-04:00

Josh was asked by his friend Howard Parker to baptize him into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His wife Lavonne, Elder Hamren, and Elder Mills (full time missionaries for the church) are pictured above. Howard said this was the most special day in his life. If anyone has any questions about our beliefs visit: www.mormon.org or www.lds.org

Visiting Our Dear Friends the Binghams in Norfolk, Virginia

2008-10-19T22:18:00.002-04:00

We had a great trip to visit our wonderful friends, the Binghams, in Norfolk, Virginia. They moved 5 hours from us for Josh to go to Medical School, so we are so excited to be able to visit them. Josh Bingham reads the scriptures with Brody every night before bed.

Cami took us aboard the USS Wisconsin, a warship that fought in WWII, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the 1st Gulf War. It was exceptionally fun! Josh made this photo look like it was taken during WWII on Photoshop.

Brody really enjoyed seeing the ship from his stroller.

Our Josh chatted with this Navy Veteran who fought in WWII, the Korean War, and Vietnam!!! We are so grateful for people like this man.

Two friends goofing off...what's new? Cami and Laura are such great friends from the "Provo days."

Another multi-war Veteran that Josh made friends with.

Josh shot this photograph of what he thought was a Naval induction.

Joseph loves laying down in his stroller.

Following is a touching series of photographs documenting the joyful process we see every night as we put Joseph to bed (this is in the Bingham's crib).

Virginia Beach with the Binghams

2008-10-19T22:05:00.005-04:00

Following is a frame-by-frame series of images, shot by Laura, capturing the joys of parenthood in a slow motion documentation...this'll make you laugh! All you parents will totally relate with this.

Stage 1: "Bliss"

Stage 2: "Ignorance"

Stage 3: "Surprize"

Stage 4: "Disgust"

More Laura Photos

2008-10-18T20:31:00.005-04:00

Josh's favorite baby photo of Laura.

As promised, Laura's "amazing" days of braces bangs, and round glasses! This is the woman that fellowshipped Laura's family into the church.

More "amazing" days of Laura!

Laura's special day: February 1st, 1984

Don't look too close at Laura's questionable pose in this picture...yikes!

Doesn't this explain so much? This is where it all started!

A little History: Laura

2008-10-07T09:53:00.002-04:00

Laura & Stephen ready for school at Roanoke Catholic private school.

Doesn't Laura resemble her grandmother Rucker slightly?

We haven't scanned many of Laura's photos yet, but check back & we'll have more goodies (i.e. the bangs, glasses, & braces!!).

A Little History: Josh

2008-10-07T09:28:00.007-04:00

My sister Tara was almost always mean to me...

...but sometimes she was nice.

Always a true blue BYU Cougar fan!!

Don't I look a lot like Joseph?

One of my first tragedies!

I have many memories as the youngest of 10 children. Can you find me?

This was where I grew up, in Anabella, Utah...hicksville, but a dream come true for a child!

This is before my family built a Navajo hogan as an east wing. Notice the thousands of acres between my house and the mountains. That was my "play ground"!

This was the day I got baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (http://www.lds.org/) by my dad (March 1988). This was a very special day for me.

Our Little Puppy Dog!

2008-10-01T21:12:00.001-04:00

Josh shot these photos of Joseph on our back deck just after Joseph's bath today...How cute!!

Our living conditions for the past 3 months

2008-09-28T00:16:00.003-04:00

For all of you who have been dying to see where we have been living for the past 3 months since we moved to Virginia. I finally took pictures the day we moved out. This is the bedroom I grew up in since I was 4 years old. Now as a 24 year old woman, I have been living here again. Not by myself but now with two roommates. Living in a tiny room with in a tiny double bed (which broke after the first week living there......I guess putting over 300 lbs in an antique bed would surely break at least one part of it?) with a six foot two husband and a newborn baby was quite the adventure. Now we are living in our beautiful new home with much more room. I will post pictures later this week.
I was worried that Joseph would never let go of his pack and play to transition into his real crib.
Someone was supposed to be sleeping.....but Mama found someone just playing around instead.
That face is to die for!!!

Some random photos

2008-09-28T00:11:00.002-04:00

Grandpa teaching Joseph to box.
Joseph in his brand new room!!
Joseph loves playing with Papa. Papa is the one that makes him laugh the loudest!!
Enjoying the swing that sweet Auntie Heather let us borrow.
Playing with Grandma on the ground

Are you sure we aren't in West Virginia?

2008-09-28T00:06:00.002-04:00

Well, I thought we were a pretty civilized family until last weekend. My mom made a lovely turkey dinner for our weekly sunday gathering. Afterwards Josh inquired about letting Oscar have some. Instead of a few pieces of turkey, he put the entire turkey carcass out in the backyard. Let's just say it made the pup's entire year.

Grandma's rock!!

2008-09-28T00:02:00.002-04:00

Grandma's are awesome. My mom is constantly thinking about ways to make us all happy. She is a nurse at a doctor's clinic and works with another nurse that owns this cow. This isn't any ordinary cow though. This cow taps it's foot and sings "don't worry, be happy". She instantly thought how much Joseph would enjoy this crazy stuffed animal and asked to borrow it for the weekend. We about ran the batteries out because of how funny it was......and joseph absolutely loved it!!
Still a little nervous about his singing friend!

My gratitude goes out to my amazingly entertaining family!!

2008-09-27T23:58:00.002-04:00

Uncle Stephen is definately one of Joseph's favorites.
I know this looks funny........but unfortunately this child has been cursed with the most horrible genes for eyesight. I wouldn't be surprised if Joseph were wearing glasses in a few years....so sad!
The entertainment just kept coming and coming!!

Late photos of the beach trip

2008-09-27T23:51:00.002-04:00

Catching some rays at the beach!
As a mother it is my duty to try to encourage my children to have as much fun as I am having. In this case, convincing Joseph to dip in the New England ocean didn't go over as well as I thought it would.
At the Agricultural Fair at Martha's Vineyard
My favorite exhibit.....the veggie contest!!
Bless those creative minds out there!!

Good morning Mama and Papa

2008-09-27T23:46:00.002-04:00

This is the face I wake up to every morning. Am I dreaming or what? He is my sweet little prince.
Joseph loves his once a day "naked time". I do not lie when I tell you this........but this was how he positioned himself this morning. Can you tell he enjoys posing for the camera?

The thermostat is not working?

2008-09-27T23:40:00.002-04:00

So a week ago we finally moved into our somewhat finished house. The thermostat was broken and since it was still nice weather we weren't in a huge hurry to replace it. Well mid week we had lots of rain storms that has now lasted about 4 days. So we have been bundling up to keep warm. I kept Joseph in PJs for 3 days straight hoping that would keep him snug.
I even broke out my good old freshman BYU hoodie that most girls at BYU have at least one of to keep warm.

One of our first date nights

2008-09-27T23:25:00.003-04:00

Josh and I went out one of our first dates a couple of weeks ago and left Mr. Joseph with Grandma and Grandpa. He was so smiley and happy when we got back that I had to take a few pictures.

A smooch from Joseph's Number One woman in his life..............His pretty Mama!!!

The Lounge Lizzard showing off his tummy.

Joseph letting me know exactly how he feels about me leaving him to go have an enjoyable night with Papa.

My disapproval.

Joseph is my newest dance partner. We sing "Dance Baby Dance Dance Dance!!" and he shakes it and laughs.

BATH TIME!!

2008-09-27T23:12:00.004-04:00

One of Joseph's first baths. It's a fun time for him to wiggle around and splash in the water. Grandma Nanz was my wonderful assistant.
That face just makes my day!!

Josh's New Photography Blog

2008-09-14T21:24:00.003-04:00

We've posted some of Josh's favorite photographs that he's taken over the years at a new blog: http://farnsworthphoto.blogspot.com/

Please let him know which photos are your favorites as he's trying to narrow them down for gallary submission. The blog address is also linked at the top left of this blog.

New England Summer

2008-08-26T22:07:00.000-04:00

Laura & Joseph at Walden Pond, Mass.

We let Mother Nature take care of Joseph for the night on this lovely forest bed! JK. Who would leave their 2 month old baby in Sleepy Hollow Cemetary?

In Sleepy Hollow Cemetary, Josh found some possible relatives.

We had a nice time at the Minuteman National Park in Concord, Mass.

We visited the home of John & Abigail Adams in Quincy (Braintree), Mass.

We got on a ferry & spent a week on Martha's Vineyard island. The beaches were great & we had hot sun all week! Below is sunrise at a beautiful town called Vineyard Haven.

This is our favorite home on the island. We seem to take pictures of it every year when we return.

The Farnsworths, Laura's family & cousins, and the Polleys (great friends who live on Martha's Vineyard.

Joseph's 1st Official "Photoshoot" by Papa

2008-07-20T20:38:00.000-04:00

Joseph's Papa finally unpacked the studio equipment for Joseph's 1st official photoshoot. Oscar is an old shoe at this sort of thing (as you'll notice in older posts).

Joseph's Birth Video

2008-07-13T21:58:00.000-04:00

We are excited to share video from Joseph's birth. It has been edited for content and time. This is very special to us and hope you find it special too.

Sunset Beach, North Carolina 4th of July

2008-07-05T10:47:00.000-04:00

We took our newest little beach bumb to Sunset Beach in North Carolina for the 4th of July weekend. He really loved laying under the umbrella while his parents & Grandma Rucker soaked up the sun.

Josh & Laura boogie boarded in the warm, shallow water while Grandma watched Joseph. The sand at this beach is nicer than Mexico. It feels like baby powder.

We caught Joseph smiling in his sleep......wonder what he's dreaming about.

How NOT to buckle a baby in a baby bike carrier!

When Papa Josh saw this mess, he fixed things immediately, which made Joseph a lot happier! He slept most of the bike ride across the island.

Laura's brother Stephen, still being a single bachelor at 26, by default falls to the bottom of the "seat chain" (like food chain...sometimes I've got to explain my humor). So ladies, please give him a call asap to prevent this neglect: (801) 592-2705

Joseph was so happy to get the sunscreen & sand washed off.

At the beach again! The tide came in so quickly that the water swept under Joseph. Luckily his Papa grabbed him before he got any water in his face.