Tennessee

This past weekend we met Jeremy's parents at Fall Creek Falls State Park in middle Tennessee.  It was a beautiful park with lots to do.  They had cabins (where we stayed), an inn, restaurant, swimming pools, hiking trails, waterfalls, nature center, and on and on.  We bought a hiking backpack for Cooper so he could join us in our adventures.  I think he loved it as much as we did!  It was a really fun weekend and great to see Cathy and Walt.  Cooper sure does love his me-maw and grandpa!  Here are a few pics from the trip.

Cooper giving me-maw some lovin :)

My baby is 6 months old!

I can't believe my baby is 6 months old already!  Where has the time gone?  He is growing so fast and doing so many amazing things.  Cooper can sit up all by himself and play.  He can roll from tummy to back and baby to tummy.  He will even spin himself in circles when playing on his tummy...very funny to watch!  My favorite is all of the baby talk and giggling!  Nothing sweeter than my little guy giving me a big smile and then telling me story and laughing.  Cooper has recently started to lift his arms up toward me when he wants me to pick him up - I LOVE IT!  He is just so sweet and such a happy little guy.

We went to the doctor for his 6 month check-up on Monday.  Cooper is now 17 lbs, 4 oz. and 27 inches long.  He's 50th percentile for weight and 75th percentile for height.  He's going to be tall like grandpa and Uncle Chad!    Everything went great at his check-up, well except for the shots.  That's never a happy time.  So sad to watch :( 

Here are his 6 month photos:

Mother's Day

I had a WONDERFUL first Mother's Day!  My day started with daddy getting up with Coop and them presenting me with a diamand pendant followed by breakfast!  My necklace is beautiful (matches my earrings from Christmas a couple years ago).  I spent the morning primping (full shower, shave, make-up, hair...all things that never happen at once anymore :)).  We had brunch and mimosas at Park Tavern and then spent a few hours lounging at Piedmont Park with a few more mimosas.  The weather was beautiful, and we all had a great time.  I was sad when the day came to end.

One of my cards from Cooper

Brunch at Park Tavern

Coop enjoying the park after brunch :)

Easter

We had a wonderful trip back to STL for Easter. As always, it was great to see family and friends. I love coming to visit, but it sure is a lot of work trying to squeeze everyone in! We didn't make it through the whole circuit this time, but hopefully we'll be back in a few months. While we were in town, we had some family photos taken, and they turned out great if I do say so myself! :)

 

St. Patty's Day

Thank God it's raining today because Jeremy thought if it were nice out that he would throw Coop in the Baby Bjorn and take him over to Fado (the Irish bar across the street from our building) and get his picture taken with the Jamison girls and a green beer.  You know, "for his scrap book" he says.  Riiiiiiiiight :)  Granted it would be cute, but no way are you taking my baby to the bar...lol

Here's Coop in his St. Patty's Day outfit.  His daddy got him the shirt and the socks are from his memaw.

Cooper - 4 months

Cooper had his 4 month check-up this week.  He is up to 15 lbs., 4 oz. and 25 3/4 inches long.  He is between 50-70th percentile for weight and 75th percentile for height.  Besides the cold that won't quit, he's doing great!  He rolled over from his tummy to his back for the first time on Monday.  He's done it a few more times, but still has a little trouble.  He can get from his back to his side, but always gets stuck at that point.  We started him on rice cereal this week as well.  He really doesn't like it at all, but I keep trying.  We might try out some sweet potatoes this weekend.  I will try and get some 4 month pics up soon. 

Bittersweet Day

One year ago today I FINALLY got 2 pink lines on my stick!!!  It's crazy that it's been a year already.  I feel like my pregnancy and first few months of Cooper's life have just flown by.  It's been such an amazing experience and it's really just beginning.

Also on this day, 3 of my friends had their worlds turned upside down by the loss of baby Andrew :(  Anyone would realize the sadness of such an event, but being a mommy now, it really hits home.  I can't even imagine my world without my little guy.  I don't think anyone can really understand what the Pallardy/Stege family is going through right now.  My prayers are with you ladies for some much needed peace and comfort.  Love you!