Happy Halloween to You! Bok bok.

Well hello blog fans. Happy Sunday to you all! We learned a tough lesson today. When someone invites you to church, you just better go. We were invited to Ms. Michele's church, but mom and dad had a bunch of housework and dad had some rewiring to do in the living room. Of course, maybe you know, maybe you don't, but those two don't go many places unless it is scheduled around my nap. Bless their hearts, they try their best to make sure I get to sleep in my own crib. It makes for some hectic trips here and there, but I have to agree, it sure is nice to sleep in my own bed and not that carseat. And those of you who know me well know that's about the only two places I EVER sleep and sometimes not even then. OK, now you are caught up with a little background about yours truly, my not so healthy sleep habits, and my neurotic parents...back to the matter. We were busy this morning, dad with the wiring, mom with picture hanging and me, being the BIG helper I always am. I went down for my nap, a little begrudgingly I'll admit, and mom set to work on the front room which has driven her crazy for the past year. To put it mildly, it is a MESS. So mom was going to it. Now I don't know if you knew this either, but my dad is the most thoughtful guy in the universe. He got mom a beautiful sketch of her and me for mother's day. The glass was broken when it arrived and she FINALLY got it replaced last night. I wish I could tell you how excited she was to get the chance to hang it up. Alas, just as she was expressing said excitement, she dropped it in the hallway and broke not the glass, but the frame. I thought she was going to cry she was so upset. She sadly put the pieces in our spare room, the aforementioned messy one. This morning, mom had a brainstorm and found a new frame for our picture. It hangs proudly in our living room, new frame, different glass and all. I know I am circling the airport with this story, I just had to let you know all that was involved with this crazy picture. So mom was cleaning the spare room, throwing boxes around (she crossfits you know), but there was so much junk (no surprise there), she lost her footing and wouldn't you know, she ran her hand right through that brand new piece of glass and that's when things really got exciting. Needless to say, instead of a nice church service, we spent our Sunday brunch in the ER. Mom was very blessed, it could have been a heck of alot worse. In fact, between episodes of lightheadedness, this is exactly what she was proclaiming to dad. Now you folks know my mom is a PA, and not a bad one I'm sure, but let me tell you, Dad is the one you want in times of stress or injury. He is coolness incarnate. Mom tells me every day how amazing he is, but you just wouldn't know until you see him in a crisis. Small crisis indeed, but a big crisis for mom. So that was our exciting Sunday, whew. If you are still awake out there, I have more news. We are getting some visitors this weekend and I can't tell you how excited we all are. Guess who's coming to see me? The Smell family! Whoowee! You know that's three babies, right?! It's about time to level the playing field around here. We can't wait to see them; you know they will be one year old very soon. Speaking of birthdays, mom wants to thank you all for your well wishes, gifts, and cards on hers. She had a fantastic birthday and says Dad and I make all of her wishes come true. I got her a locket with a picture of yours truly in it (in my opinion there's no better gift) and dad bought her a gift certificate to a spa! How about that?! We all shared ice cream cake and dad even lit candles and wrote happy bday mom on it. He only lit a few candles, not the full 32, I think we have had enough brushes with fire here in UB. Anywho, mom says it was her greatest birthday ever. More news, check out your AP news, there's a sasquatch on the loose up in Potter County. I sure hope Gram and gramps or the Costellos can get me a picture of that little big foot. Also, on another note, please keep our friend Jen Duval in your prayers. We have been thinking of her so much during this past week. I had better get to bed, but I wanted you to know I was thinking of you too. Please have a safe and very happy Halloween. Keep your fingers crossed for mom to get off a little early so she won't miss trick or treat. Can you imagine any reason in the world to miss a little guy's first Halloween?! Take care of yourselves and come and see me. So much love, Cooper B.