Birthday Boy...almost!

I am still trying to absorb the events that took place exactly one year ago today.  We remember EXACTLY where we were standing and EXACTLY what was said.  We were given the news that our sweet baby is making his entrance into the world on September 6.  I remember staying until midnight in my classroom trying to prepare my students and long-term substitute teacher enough plans to last them for a while.  My adrenaline and state of shock kept me focused and alert as we packed the car for a ride that would forever change our lives.  I cannot believe that Cooper will turn 1 year old tomorrow.  How did we become so lucky?  

We sure have an AMAZING network of friends and family.  Today in the mail, Cooper received 4 birthday cards and one big box!  The girls Cooper was so excited to open the box that he couldn't wait until tomorrow...so the birthday events started one day early...

The clean laundry pile in the background is a work in progress...

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Did I mention he can actually THROW a ball!?

 More birthday surprises coming tomorrow...Happy (early) First Birthday, sweet Cooper!!  You are our WISH COME TRUE!