Merry Christmas Everyone!
Cooper rested better last night and was able to sleep in since he didn't have therapies today. We enjoyed our morning together opening presents and playing in the floor. Cooper got lots of nice things. He must have been a good boy this year!
At 11:00 we headed out. We had no idea where we were going but we wanted to take full advantage of the time we had. We ended up back at the beach. However, instead of the 80 degree weather we had the last time, it was only 30 degrees. We found only one restaurant open, so we ate there. It was called, "Pocahontas Pancakes and Waffles." Cooper wouldn't eat, but Mommy and Daddy sure did! Since Cooper loves being outside, we bundled him up and walked to the beach. It was a very short trip, even though the cold didn't seem to bother our tough little guy. Then we drove in circles for another 2 hours with no idea as to what to do. Cooper started getting a little fussy at this point, so we thought we'd just head back to the Ronald McDonald House and enjoy some time in a "home" setting. It was very nice. Cooper got to Skype with his Grandparents, uncle, aunt, cousins, great grandparents, and great aunt and uncle. He played for a long while before deciding it was nap time. The three of us cuddled on the bed: Cooper napped and Mommy and Daddy watched Home Alone. Once we got back to the hospital, we took a wagon ride, a bath, Daddy read the Christmas story from the Bible, had some milk, brushed our teeth, and went to bed.
We all really missed our family today. But, we know that we will be celebrating with all of them once we get home. And, that day only gets closer and closer!
Cooper ready to open presents!
All of us in front of our tree and gifts.
"Wow Mom, that's a lot of blocks!"
This was a special gift from Daddy, musical instruments!
Cooper trying to decide what to order.
Our meal
Heading to the beach. Notice Cooper is wearing Mommy's coat!
Mommy's Fav of the Day: Christmas Pic on the Beach
Family pic at the Ronald McDonald House
Snuggle time with my boy!
Wagon Ride
Cooper's new thing is to eat ice chips, he loves them!
Cooper loved talking to, waving at, and blowing kisses to the baby next to him!
Forget all the gifts, he just wants this card. Wonder if they will have any on clearance after today?
Brushing teeth before bed. Look at that rotten face!
We sure did miss you all today and thought about you all day long. I'm glad the 3 of you were able to get out and to be together. Part of our Christmas is on hold until you all get home. It isn't when you celebrate...it's why and how you celebrate. Cooper is growing so much. I love his expressions. Merry Christmas and may many blessings come to all. Love, Hugs & Prayers
ReplyDeleteWOW!! an awesome day it look's for the Jewell's.. Merry Christmas and many blessings.. So glad you all got to go out even if you did drive around for two hrs.. Love all the pic's and all the smiles.. Thankful for what God has done for Cooper and all his family and what he has planned for you all. Love and continued prayers from me and Hunter..
ReplyDeleteThe pictures are great and looks like Cooper has a great time. So glad that you were able to get out and enjoy the day even if it was cold. It was 8 degrees at our house Christmas morning. Burrrr.....We will all be so glad when you get home.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to see Cooper looking happy. Glad you all had a nice Christmas in spite of everything. Continued prayers for you all.
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