You are such a little man. With each passing day, I come more and more to the realization that you are in no way, shape, or form a baby any longer. You are becoming so much more independent, you are so very observant, and you make connections about your little world that I can't believe.
You are smart, sometimes too smart for your own good. There isn't much we can get by you these days. You are hilarious... you know how to make us laugh, and you can even make yourself laugh :) You easily ditched your Nuk a couple months ago (we sure underestimated you on that one), you use 'please' and 'thank you' without too much reminding, and you sleep in a 'toddler bed' (another transition we underestimated you on!). I cannot believe how much older you look asleep in your bed with the simple removal of your crib rails.
Tonight, after I put Isabelle to bed, I got the urge to snuggle with you, too, so I stopped down to your room. You were still awake, and a little confused why I came in. I just whispered, "I just came to say goodnight again, buddy. And mommy needs another kiss." You just said, "K," and gave me a sweet little smooch. I said, "I love you, Cooper," and you whispered, "Wuv," as you rolled back over. I love your little "Wuvs."
As you walked out the door on Saturday afternoon to go to the Twins game with Grandma, Papa, and Jackie, you looked like such a big boy. As I watched you walk out the door and down the sidewalk, I couldn't help but wish you would look back and want another hug and kiss. I suppose I should get used to you not needing me every second ;)
I love you so much, buddy. I do love watching you grow up, but there sure are nights I wish I could freeze time and have you stay little forever. (Tonight is one of them!!!) I love you, Cooper, and I hope someday you realize just how much.
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