Cooper traveled with mommy all the way to California to spend time with daddy for the long weekend. He had a fever but eventually wanted to spend time outside so he went to the park with daddy. On the last day he went to the California Science Center and learned about all sorts of things and finished the day at the Rainforest Cafe where he got a kick out of all the moving animals. Parting with daddy was real hard but he slept through both flights back. Can't wait until April!!
Friday, February 25, 2011
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Helping Daddy Settle In
After Christmas, Cooper and I hoped on a plane back to CA with Tomo. We wanted to see Edwards AFB where Tomo will be attending Test Pilot School this year. As you can see, Cooper worked very hard to get everything all unpacked and get his Daddy settled in. So far, Tomo's classes are going great (of course) and he's even started flying! We're counting the days until we go visit over President's Day weekend!
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Merry Christmas!
Cooper LOVED opening his presents on Christmas morning. He was really good at ripping off the paper. The, when he would see the toy inside he would say, "OHHHH!!!" It was completely adorable. He also carried all the presents from the tree to the right person and helped Mommy, Daddy, and Uncle Efrem open their gifts. After opening his presents Cooper got to indulge in a very important Lirtzman Family tradition....Egg Nog French Toast! YUM! Cooper got to spend some time playing with his new toys...his Thomas Train set and his Handy Manny Tool Box were the favorites. Later in the day, we all went to Columbus to celebrate with the whole family at Uncle Ethan and Aunt Bonnie's awesome new house!
"Santa's Little Helper"
Cooper amazed us by wanting to help put together the tree, string the lights, and hang the ornaments. He carried heavy branches, walked the lights around the tree and brought mommy ornaments from the boxes. He was very careful and got so much satisfaction from being a good helper! It was so much fun!
Japanese Puerto Rican Jew Baby
As I enjoy telling people, Cooper is a wonderful example of the American "melting pot." 50% Japanese, 25% Puerto Rican, 25% Russian Jew. Even at 17 months old he seems to have a profound understanding and respect for his unique heritage..I guess that's why he, entirely on his own, chose to wander the house in his Tokyo sweatshirt carrying the Menorah in one hand and the Christmas tree star in the other!
Saturday, December 11, 2010
Thanksgiving Tradition
Every male in the Lirtzman family since Efrem has been laid on the turkey platter on their first Thanksgiving. This year, we tried to get a nice shot of Efrem, 24 years later, and his 3 young nephews...well, we got a picture. I'm sure someday we'll get them all looking at the camera and smiling..or at least not trying to escape. :)
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Veteran's Day with Emily!
A little late posting this, but I think it's worth sharing!
On Veteran's Day, my niece, Emily, invited us to her school's assembly. It was wonderful! Each grade sang one of the songs for each branch of the military. Emily sang the Army song this year. She did very well! There were pictures and readings and all kinds of special things. Cooper had fun getting to see where Cousin Emily goes to school!
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Monday, November 15, 2010
Family Photos
We tried to get some nice family photos. We went to a local park with friends of ours and took a few snaps. There were a few good ones and maybe it'll make it to a Holiday card. Cooper was a lot more interested in running around though...
Sunday, October 31, 2010
First Trick or Treat
Cooper went on his first ever Trick or Treat around his friend's neighborhood. He was dressed in a homemade costume that Mommy and Daddy made. Can you guess what he is?
He was a little shy of all the costumed people but he eventually went to each house and grabbed a candy out of the bowl. He made great choices (for mom and dad) and carried his little pumpkin bag the entire way.
All in all, it was a great Halloween!!
Sunday, October 24, 2010
New Hat
Cooper just got a new hat and he's in love with it. He gets compliments everywhere he goes and he won't take it off even at daycare. Maybe we'll get him a baby tux and it can be his Halloween costume.
Mama's Twenty-...
We celebrated mama's birthday with dada's amazing spread of tempura and a whole bunch of great friends. Cooper didn't eat any of the tempura but still had fun with everyone. Mama got a crazy present from dada and she was in shock. Oh well, I'll just wait until she's board with it and then it will be mine!!
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Great Grandma
Great Grandma Anno was visiting Minnesota so we decided to go see her. Cooper had such a wonderful time with her. We all visited the Mall of America, ate lots of great home cooked meal, and of course watched football.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Michigan Stadium
Cooper FINALLY got to experience The Big House. We went on a tour and it was incredible! We got to see the locker rooms...Cooper tried on a helmet and thought it was so cool! Then we went to check out the new special section seats and suites they put in. They were really nice...but the suites just didn't feel like Michigan Stadium. THEN...Cooper got to go down the tunnel and onto the field!!!! He ran all over the place, scored a few touchdowns, practiced tackling, took a few snaps....he tried it all! And he loved it! It was a wonderful time and we're so glad we got to share it with Cooper!!!! :-D
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Matthew and the Alien PJs
Cooper's "cousin" Matthew came over to play Friday night! He was a little unhappy that his Mommy and Daddy left, but he enjoyed his Japanese dinner and playing with Cooper (once we got him in his pjs and gave him his paci!). It turns out that both boys have the same super cool alien pajamas...so of course, they had to match. Could they be any more adorable?!?!?
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Is this my new room?!?
Cooper got to see what it's like to be a turtle when we went to the Boonshoft Museum last weekend. He also, played with legos, went grocery shopping, learned about recycling, learned how things are made, and generally ran around and had fun. He's growing so much every day, and we're having a blast watching him! Cooper is just becoming such a smart and fun little boy...how did we get so lucky?!?
Add it to the list...
...of strange things Cooper will eat. He bit right into a Rhubarb. Yes, rhubarb. Not even sure what to say.... :)
Wait...Where's COOPER?!?
Mommy and Daddy have been hesitant to leave Cooper in the care of others...we miss him too much! It took something VERY BIG and VERY IMPORTANT to get us to leave him for 2 whole nights. MICHIGAN FOOTBALL!!! Tomo and I went to Ann Arbor for the Wolverines home opener...and it felt really good to be back in the Big House! Michigan looks like they're actually going to have a team this year. And, to top it all off...Cooper had a great weekend with Uncle Efrem, Grandpa, and Susie...but he still gave me a huge grin and a giant hug when we got home. :) We've got tickets for 4 more games...I think we might try this arrangement again. In a few years, Cooper can come with us to the game!!!
Thursday, September 2, 2010
At the zoo with Grandpa!
Cooper finally got to go see all the animals we read about in his books! Last weekend we went down to the Cincinnati Zoo with Grandpa, Uncle Efrem, and Susie. Cooper saw elephants, giraffes, monkeys, bears (we actually mistook Uncle Efrem for a rare breed of bear...maybe he should shave?), lions, tigers, birds, and much much more! Cooper was fascinated and did really well. He didn't get scared at all and even helped feed one of the giraffes. I think we'll definitely be going back to the zoo!
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