whale watching

The Cooper boys went on a whale watching adventure
a few weeks ago in Long Beach.

They didn't see any whales,
but it was still a beautiful day.

Lots of dolphins swam along the side of the boat.

Thanks to Groupon for the great deal!

nine...

Dear Jack,
You turned 9 last week.
I was in Palm Springs for a conference.
BUT, you still had a great day.
Ice cream treats for your class.
Nana picked you up after school.
Chuck E. Cheese fundraiser night for school.
I was so sad to miss it, but sometimes that happens.
We celebrated on Friday at Koki's for dinner.
Went shopping for LEGOS on Saturday with your birthday money.
I just can't believe that you are nine years old.
You've made us proud every single day.
Love,
Mom

(Jack at 9 days old)

(so thankful for Jack's teacher who sent me this picture as a text message
on Jack's actual birthday. He was happy to take treats to share!)

Koki's Dinner!

Baby, It's Cold Outside

The first fall of snow is not only an event, it is a magical event. You go to bed in one kind of world and wake up in another quite different, and if this is not enchantment then where is it to be found? ~J.B. Priestley

When it snows, you have two choices: shovel or make snow angels.

~Author Unknown

Snowmen fall from heaven... unassembled. ~Author Unknown

We did say we wanted the kids to experience it...

We Love Snow

"snow"

It's pretty cold here.
Not cold enough for NEW snow.
But cold enough to keep the OLD snow from entirely melting.
We found a big enough pile to keep our 2 California kids happy.

long weekend fun

We went to Farrell's on Saturday to celebrate Jacob's birthday.
Molly asked the balloon guy for a Hello Kitty.
He made this bracelet for her.
She was thrilled!

Jack asked for a snake!

I can't believe this kid is 14...
I remember CLEARLY the day I became an aunt.

Tonight, we celebrated an early Valentine's Day with our friends,
at a playdate and dinner at Mia's house!

We had a yummy dinner, made a fun craft,
and decorated cupcakes!
(and took out every toy in the house)