Gator Blanket

A dear friend crocheted this wonderful blanket for Cooper (the girls told Miss Brenda that Gator colors would be perfect for a brother or sister. They were right!)

Cooper loves his new blanket.

Looking forward to sharing bedtime cuddles with his new blanket and other Gator pals

Prizes from OMI

Omi has great fashion sense and always selects the best prizes.

Thanks for the new clothes! We love them.

Walking Downtown

While Madison was at school, Rob and I took the 2 youngest Sparkles downtown to wander the war memorials. (We enjoyed a family movie and shopping together after Madi got home).

It was a bit windy but a sunny and clear day- a perfect way to spend a bit of family time together.

 Lillian liked being in charge of Cooper (at least on the sidewalk)

 Checking to make sure he is warm enough.

 Walking around the empty fountain

 Taking a dance break... this girl has moves!

 She sings too

 Just chilling with Daddy- she needed to rest after all that dancing and singing

 Break time over: Down the stairs and on to another fountain

 Having a deep conversation about water (why this fountain has some and the other one didn't)

 Touching the water to see if it is really cold like Daddy said- It was!

 With Daddy's help, finally getting to pet the fish

Off to lunch at Chick Fil A before heading home for a nap while we wait for Madi

Backyard Adventures

Our unusually warm spring has menat much time spent out time for our 3 little Sparkles.

 Cooper loves to sit on the play set and keep an eye on his sisters.

 Just chilling in the grass

 Playing Ball with Madi while Lillian watches from above

 Here Madi, just give it to me

 Practicing funny faces

 Daddy, no more pictures. Come play with us.

8 months old

Its that time of the month... Cooper's birthday celebration.
In honor of this momentous occasion, Cooper and Goober celebrated together.

Looking forward to the next months adventures...

Big Boy Car Seat

Cooper's new ride.

 He loves his new Big Boy Car seat.

 He is still rear facing but he doesn't mind, he likes to look at his sister Lillian.

A new adventure

Cooper is getting a bit big for his swing (he now weighs 18 lbs) but he still enjoys spending time there.
He is also getting a bit adventurous.

 Fascinated by the birds and butterflies above his head

 Grabbing the leaf

 Planning his next attack

 All smiles and giggles

 Another snatch (the Lion in him- pouncing his prey)

 2 Hand approach... makes you reach higher

What a joy and blessing... to watch Cooper discover the world around him (one swing at a time)

Burrito Free

Cooper is burrito free and enjoying the freedom.

This is what I discovered the first morning Cooper slept through the night.
He had slid to the bottom of the crib (yes, he is sleeping on his changing pad) and was laying on his tummy. He was all smiles and giggles- sleeping through the night agrees with him (and his Mommy).

Pickles for Papa

Dill pickles for Cooper, YUMYUM