I can't even begin to explain the joy we experienced today. We were told yesterday that we could "probably" leave for 8 hours each Sunday. We didn't want to get too excited incase we weren't able to. However, we did go ahead and plan just in case! When we got the word this morning we were free to leave, out the door we went. We had only 8 hours and were determined to make the most of it. 7 hours and 55 minutes later we turned!
Randy and I took Cooper to the Children's Museum in Portsmouth. It was amazing! Not only did Cooper love it, so did Mommy and Daddy! They had a real life grocery store, bank, and vet. They had real fire trucks, city buses, and motorcycles to "drive." Cooper was able to "fish," shop, cook, make crafts, and so much more. We had lunch at The Coffee Shop that had delicious sandwiches. Next Sunday we are planning on a trip to the Aquarium. While at the museum, we ran into a very nice couple who got us tickets. We are so thankful for their generosity. Cooper had so much fun being out. Mommy and Daddy loved spending time with our boy away from the hospital. We can't wait until next Sunday.
When we returned to CHKD, Cooper actually ate a really good dinner. He shook his head "yes" for the first time since surgery. And, he clapped BOTH hands. Today was such a special day for the three of us. Randy and I are beyond lucky to have Cooper in our lives.
Here are the pics from our day. Sorry there are so many, I couldn't help it!
The start of our tour: the trains!
Daddy's Favorite!
Cooper checking the mail!
I loved this chair. It was so comfy. I want one for the house!
Cooper brushing teeth: another favorite!
Cooper loved making the nose "SNOT!"
Time to do a little grocery shopping!
Cooper loved the cow!
Until it was time to milk her, and she mooed at us!
Checking out at the grocery store.
Lunch at The Coffee Shoppe
Driving a City Bus
We visited a bank, wrote a check, counted money, and checked our safety deposit box.
Cooper caught a fish!
Watching it rain
Mommy's Fav of the Day: I just love his face and him holding on to his duck while getting ready to tour the city!
Portsmouth
Cooper and Daddy making a movie. They decided it would take place at the beach!
Cooper loved this!
And this was when my camera broke. I didn't get pictures from the circus, bubble room, rocket ships, and many more!
These are awesome pictures. And yes, it shows, mommy and daddy had a great time too. So happy that all of you got out as a family and was able to enjoy the day. It looked like an amazing day for all. Missing all of you and sure do miss my 'lil man! Love, Hugs & Prayers.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful, fun-filled day. Cooper looks great and obviously happy. I love the gigantic chair!
ReplyDeleteJust absolutely wonderful that all of you as a family could go out and have some fun!!! Oh how great you all look and such an amazing way to spend the day.. Love all the pic's; my favorite is when the cow mooed..Bless you heart but it would have scared me too troopercooper.. Once again, love all the smiles and anxiously awaiting for your adventure next Sunday.. Prayers for continued progress each day.. Love from me and Hunter
ReplyDeleteWow what a great day!!! I love the ridiculously big chair :) so great you got to have a real "regular" family day. Continuing to keep you all in our prayers
ReplyDeleteI think the BIG chair represents how much all three of you deserved this day of fun and "joy!" It never ceases to amaze me how you seem to always overpower tough days and rough weeks with "FT" - family time that is fun but also extremely healing for Cooper-and mommy and daddy too. It's as if God is giving the two of you the strength and the way to "recharge" on Sundays! Prayers continue everyday, but I know personally that on your joyous Sundays entire Churches are naming Cooper specifically, sending out groves of individual and group prayer for Cooper. May God grant Cooper peace mixed with lots of strong will in his therapies including his "FT" this Sunday! We luv u and pray always!
ReplyDeleteSo glad that you guys got to go out for the day! You really made the most of it! Wow! Cooper is doing GREAT! Thank you for all the pictures and the continued updates. We are always ready to see what is happening with our little man. Always - prayers!
ReplyDeleteJessica....I love that chair toooo...you and Cooper look great In it!!! Cooper looks sooo happy..and mommy and daddy too!!! Just as Amy said...on your "relaxation Sundays....and every day of the week...know how many prayers are being said on Coopers and your behalf!!! Not a minute goes by that you aren't in our thoughts and prayers!
ReplyDeleteThanks be to God for you to have had such a wonderful, "normal" day! Let's hope every Sunday is a day like this one. The pictures look wonderful. I am grateful that I can keep tabs on you for afar. Even though we don't know each other, you are on my thoughts and prayers.
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