Happy Birthday, Uncle Matt!

I couldn't believe it when mom told me my uncle Matt is 30 today. It makes me sad that he's getting older, but thankfully he doesn't look a day over 27. Happy birthday!!

So mom finally let me back on the computer today. I felt really bad about ruining the last one but to be honest it was time. The old laptop wouldn't even stay open and dad always complained about how slow it was. I think I did them a huge favor by dumping that coffee on the old laptop, but did I get a thank you? Noooo. Someday they'll appreciate my destruction abilities!

Message From Mom

Cooper's mom here. I apologize for the lack of postings this week. Cooper dumped a cup of coffee on our laptop on Sunday morning so we've been without a computer. Coop and I went out yesterday and bought a shiny new one, but I still need to upload the camera software so he can post photos and videos again. The good news is that Cooper has a great new toy: a dead laptop. Enjoy your Friday!!

Beach Day!!

Today it was 90 degrees and sunny here. Mom said that can only mean one thing: beach day!! So I emailed my friends Lydon, Tyler and Juliana and we all hit the local beach with our moms. We hung out and had snacks, caught up with each other, and played in the sand. Mom even let me splash my toes around in the water. We had a ton of cool beach toys to play with and I loved digging in the sand with my shovel. And I discovered how delicious sand can be. Mom made me stop after a couple of times and that was probably for the best. I can't wait for summer when we can go the beach all the time!

Eating With Dad Is Fun!

With my new feeding schedule, things have been a little rough. But there is one thing that I will always eat: mac & cheese! I just love squishing the noodles in my fingers and then rubbing them on my head. Plus, mom started putting some stuff in there that makes it really yummy (she says it's kale, spinach, chard and sweet potatoes pureed together, which all sounds gross but it is delicious!!). Dad says I eat too slowly so he devised this new way to feed me. For some reason, he only feeds me like this on bath night...

Happy Easter!

We had such a fun weekend. The weather was just beautiful and we spent a ton of time outside, enjoying the sun and soaking up some delightful Vitamin D. On Saturday, we went to a local farm to see some cool farm animals. There were cows, chickens, goats, sheep and bunnies. Not small, cuddly bunnies. Giant, pink-eyed bunnies. I swear they were bigger than Emma! Needless to say, I was a bit freaked out when one started hopping around too close to the fence. But dad was there to protect me so everything was just fine.

Today, our friends Josh and Christina came over for an Asian Easter dinner. We had so much fun hanging out and it was the first time I've eaten outside on the patio. Christina is having a little boy sometime this month and I can't wait for him to get here! Emma had a good weekend, too. She just loves hanging out on the patio and lying in the sun. Plus, our new couch is so huge and comfortable and Emma loves lounging on it! I've also been practicing my walking skills like crazy! I'm getting really good and I can't wait until I can start running!!

Keeping Busy and Getting Big!

Yesterday I had my 1 year doctor's appointment. Turns out I'm now 31.25 inches (86th percentile) and 20.5lbs (16th percentile). My doctor thinks I'm kinda skinny so mom needs to feed me more (yum!). We were having such a good time until these 2 nurses came in. 3 shots in the arms later, I was horrified and in a ton of pain. Mom gave me lots of kisses and that definitely helped!

Mom has me signed up for a playgroup on Friday mornings and it sure is fun. We play for the first part, then we have an activity, followed by snack time and stories. There are 10 of us in the class and we do the coolest activities! We've finger painted, played with edible play dough and cooked noodles (yummy), and played with a water table. We always wear these red smocks so we don't ruin our cool outfits. Everyone always sits at the blue table for snack time. Sometimes my friend Billy has such yummy snacks I just can't resist!

Indoor Playground Fun

Can you believe it's raining here? Again? The good news is that the rain gave us a good excuse to meet up with friends at a local indoor playground. They had a ton of toys for kids our age to play with, like a play kitchen and tons of puzzles and cars. My favorite by far was the ball pit. I wanted to spend the whole time in there, but mom made me come out so other kids could have a turn. I guess that's called sharing. My friends Lydon and Juliana had a blast as well. I sure hope we get to go again soon, but I sure wish this rain would stop more! Emma and I hate the rain!