Where has the time gone?

Cooper's first birthday came much too quickly. Because of the timing of his birthday Steve and I also equate it with the end of the school year which has also gone by very quickly. This year has been a hectic one, but full of wonderful memories. Steve started at a new school. Not just a new school, but a whole new age of students to teach. We went from just the 2 of us to having this new little person that just stole our hearts. And finally we bought a new house in the neighborhood Steve and I dreamed of Cooper growing up in.

Our little Bud is pretty darn close to the perfect baby (I know I am shooting myself in the foot for our next one won't be such an angel, but I have to give Cooper the credit he's due!). He's slept through the night since 2 months old. Anyone he meets he smiles and just charms them into submission. Seldom does he cry and it's usually only because he's hurt or really tired. Mealtime is a real joy for this guy as he loves all food and eats it rather than spitting it out. I spent many months before and after his birth reading all kinds of books on how to take care of him and all the "problems" the authors labeled were not true for Cooper. Believe me, I realize that he's going to give us a run for our money at some point, but let us relish in this glory for now before giving us the bad news.

Cooper enjoys crawling and crusing along. He does not seem to have much of a desire for walking on his own yet. Heck, why would he...he knows that once he starts walking he won't be carried as much! He's started giving kisses and makes kissy faces. We are hoping to get it on video this weekend. He loves being outside and eating grass and leaves. Watching him watch older kids play always peaks my interest because I wonder what he's thinking about as he whips his head around following their every move and laughing at them. Lisa and I can't wait for the cousins to really start playing. Cooper will go right up to Zion and steal a toy from him (don't worry we'll start teaching him sharing real soon). We are also looking forward to the relationship that develops between the 3 cousins as they grow up.

Steve and I are looking forward summer vacation. The 3 of us will be spending it with family in Wisconsin and Florida with a little bit of time at home. Stay tuned.......