Whose Life Is It Anyway?
Josiah has reached the point where he is starting to pose this question, not in these actually words, but with screams and tears and body slams. Little Joe has strong opinions about what should be happening in his life and if things aren't going as he desires, he throws a pretty good tantrum - with head banging, back arching, and limbs waving, while of course showing off the strength of his vocal chords.
Most of Josiah's displeasure is caused by his mother setting him down or leaving him with anyone else, even if only for a few seconds. Other causes for Josiah to voice his opinion include, but are not limited to: diaper changes, clothing changes, eating, sharing, sitting still (or getting strapped into something to cause him to sit still), not being able to climb something, any object that looks interesting but is not for Joe, and anyone besides him talking on the telephone.
The great majority of the time, Siah is the happiest kid around. He loves to share his pleasure as well. Laughing and making others laugh is a popular way to pass the time. He claps and smiles when he climbs on the chair and then the table. He rolls and squeals in delight at blankets and pillows being thrown around. He makes all sorts of bangs and booms to attract the attention and smiles of those nearby (or not that close even.) He has even started to help clean, wiping the floor and table, to receive great praise.