Joe helping Nora open birthday presents Again with the late posting. With the two kids being as active as they are and my work schedule I barely have enough time to take my shoes off when I walk in the door before I'm engaging with both kids. I love the attention from them when I get in but my personal time, including time for this, is at a premium these days. Last month we went to Gainesville, Florida, to stay with Rachael's sister Holly and celebrate Nora's first birthday. It was wonderful to have a chance to do it with extended family and everyone had a great time. Joe's really starting to become affectionate with his cousin Marissa and they were inseparable until she got sick a few days into our trip. Nora's just about at the point now where she could start walking on her own and we wouldn't be surprised. She's taking a very cautious approach to it all but can stand unsupported for minutes while she examines whatever happens to have her eye ...