Come on, Bug, let's hide!

So many of my friends have been saying how glad they are that 2010 is over. Before that, they were saying that they were glad Christmas was over. I'm not with them at all. It has been a wonderful year. I'm enjoying every moment! Come on Anner Bug, let's hide and maybe 2011 won't find us for a while! I don't think that box is big enough for Daddy, Mommy, Anner Bug, and Buddy to hide. We need to find a bigger hiding spot. We're looking forward to 2011, but have enjoyed the past year. We have been blessed with so many things and can't wait to see what the new year will bring. Happy New Year!!!

Christmas at the Cozad Home --- Part One

Two of Felicity's favorite people, Gra'ma and Grandpa Smoot had to stay in Oklahoma for Christmas. We were glad that they were able to spend the day with Felicity's cousins: Calvin, Megan, Shannon, and Erin as well as her Uncle Rob and Aunt Rebecca.

Christmas for the Cozads starts long before Christmas Day. This year, we weren't as early as we usually are, but put up most of our decorations the day after Thanksgiving. I forgot to get a shot of the house. I will have to get one -- it looks AMAZING. We have a super steep roof, yet Jon still got up to put up lights.

Fast forward Christmas shopping and wrapping to Christmas Eve, where we each open one present. Here is Felicity with her Daddy as she opens her gift (pjs, a Christmas book, and a movie).

 Then, just before bedtime, a VERY special visitor shows up at the door as she is changing into her new PJs. When she opens the door, she finds --------- SANTA! This is the first time she has met Santa, and she loves him instantly, in fact, she can't take her eyes off him. She was even more in love when he pulled a teddy bear out of his Santa Sack. This girl LOVES her stuffed animals.

 After Santa left, he promised he would stop by later than night to leave presents... so Felicity put out milk and cookies for Santa and went to bed. When she woke up, or I should say Daddy woke her up because HE couldn't wait anymore, she started by opening her stocking.

 After opening stockings, she found an ADORABLE way of unwrapping presents.

 After opening presents and playing for a while, visitors started coming over. First, Aunt Erica showed up to help Mommy finish Christmas dinner.

 Then, she met Turk --- Jordan and Heather's ADORABLE dog. She LOVES to give kisses -- and Turk seemed to like her too. Cato, Erica's dog came too, so there were three dogs at our house. Surprisingly, they all got along until Buddy remembered he hadn't had his 23 hours of sleep.

To be continued....

Cozad Christmas 2010 Continued.

Felicity and Daddy...

 Felicity having fun with Grandpa Cozad and Cathy. Grandpa told a funny joke... He said kids love bright flashing lights (see toy above) but for adults, bright flashing lights means... a cop.   Hehehhe.. I laughed about that one for a long time.

 Felicity with Aunt Heather... ( Heather and Jordan got her a book that had a page with a teddy bear and a touch and feel section of teddy -- she kissed and hugged the page for a good 20 minutes. Do you think she LOVED it???)

Felicity with Uncle Jordan... she's getting sleepy...

 After everyone left, I told Bug Bug it was time to go to bed, but she insisted on helping Mommy with the dishes... her favorite job. (Mommy puts in spoon, Bug Bug takes it out. She's much better at helping take OUT the CLEAN dishes!!!)

 Daddy finding a Christmas present hidden downstairs in the water heater box because otherwise, he would have known it was a telescope.

Bug concentrating on how many calories this chocolate penguin has... or more likely, how cuddly he would be if she could get him out of the box to snuggle!

I made away with WAY too many things this year for Christmas. Jon, Santa, Felicity, and everyone else spoiled me beyond rotten... BUT my greatest gifts weren't under the tree (well - Felicity was some of the time.) It was so wonderful to spend the day with my AMAZING family. I love you all. Next year, if I'm a REALLY good girl --- maybe I can be with my ENTIRE family for Christmas. Ahhh...I better start making a list of how I can be a really good girl.

Merry Christmas

Goodbye Kippie

Mom called me to let me know that our sweet puppy, Kippie died. I can't believe we had 14 wonderful years with her. She was the most wonderful dog. My heart is broken, not only because I miss her, but because my heart aches for my parents. She will forever be in the hearts of the Cozad family.

Sending a big HUG from Felicity, hoping you both feel peace. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of Kippie. I know she had a wonderful happy life with you two. You're the best parents ever and we all love you very much.

Five days until Christmas

I can't believe it's only five days until Christmas! So, what do we still have to do? Make neighbor gifts, wrap two of Felicity's presents, buy presents for Jon's family. I think that's it. I'm having so much fun spending time with Felicity. I am dreading going back to work on Wednesday. Anyway, hope you're having a merry Christmas!



Mommy's Girl?

Since I have been staying home with Felicity this month, (THANK YOU YEAR-ROUND SCHOOLS!!!) Felicity has been a bit of a Momma's girl. If I am in the room, she doesn't want anything to do with anyone else -- including poor Da Da. I feel so bad for him. He loves his little princess so much and I know she loves him too. I wish you could see the way that she giggles for him --- it is different for him than anyone else. No one can play with her, or make her laugh or smile the way Jon does. She gives him WAY more kisses than she does anyone else. I truly believe one day she will be a complete Daddy's girl, so I guess I should just enjoy the time I have.

We're going Private...

I've been considering this for a long time, but after looking at the people who have been viewing the blog lately, I think it's time to go private. If you are interested, email me at Love_SusieQ@hotmail.com and I'll send you and invitation. I don't want to be over paranoid, but I don't see a reason why stock photos is linking people to my blog. Felicity's safety is the most important thing to me. Sorry for the inconvenience. I'll make the blog private early next week.

Oh Felicity, I love you!!!

Felicity is 13 months old now. Can I just tell you how much I love being her mother? She is at the stage where all she wants to do is walk. She is so full of energy - yet randomly will come and sit on my lap, give me a kiss, or reach for a hug. It is almost as if she knows how much I adore her sweet hugs, cuddles, snuggles, and kisses. I love you Felicity Anne!

Christmas Wishlist

Jon borrowing Felicity's boots since I can't seem to get them on her feet. Hmm.. he can't get them on his either!

Can we say GORGEOUS eyes?!?

Daddy and Bug Bug playing

So I've been trying to make a Christmas wishlist so that I don't have to say "socks" when my parents and husband what I want for Christmas. How can I want anything when I have this??? I've been given the greatest husband, daughter, and parents ever. I've been blessed with a wonderful extended family, a great job, a beautiful home. Who could possibly be so selfish as to want more? My family is all I need. Here's hoping you enjoy this wonderful holiday season with your loved ones. P.S. If anyone wants a Christmas newsletter, email me. I'm not sure who all to send them to, but I know I need to send one out. It might be late.

Noooooooooooo!!!!

Felicity's LONG, gorgeous, adorable hair was getting really long, so I decided we should have it trimmed before getting her one year old pictures.... BIG MISTAKE!!! Her hair got butchered!!! I'm sooooooooooo sad! I guess I'll wait a little bit and hope her hair grows super fast. Don't get me wrong, she's still a beautiful baby, but she definitely looks even cuter with the longer hair. Felicity isn't sad about it, but Jon and I are! Sniff Sniff...

I'll include a picture soon -- I just had to vent to the wide world web!

Bug Bug's Birthday

How everything looked before eating cake... Felicity was kind of afraid to dig in, so I tried to show her how yummy the frosting was... I made her cake - but we got a store bought for everyone else.

She decided she liked it. Talk about fun to watch!

Whenever she eats, she gets sleepy, so she rubs her eyes... and well, eyes and frosting are not the greatest combination. She had it all over her face... poor thing.

Just before her bath, she was still perfectly happy and enjoying every minute of the attention she was getting. I'm so glad everyone thinks she's as adorable as I think she is!

Anner Bug is ONE !!!

Our precious baby girl is now one year old. I am contantly amazed at what a perfect baby she is. She is so loveable and sweet. I can't believe what an easy baby she is and how much fun it has been to be with her. I am so proud and amazed at what a wonderful girl she is becoming. I love her with all my heart. Happy first birthday Anner Bug.

Halloween a little late...

Yes... we have pictures of Anners 1st brithday, but I better share Halloween first... Felicity and I were both Fairies. Jon was Spiderman. We went to my school Halloween Carnival. Mommy Fairy and Baby Fairy Baby Fairy with Spiderman (masks weren't allowed, so he was a little disappointed he couldn't wear all of his costume. )

Anners trying out Halloween candy... She had just crawled up the stairs with one candy bar in each hand and one in her mouth. It was so funny!

Happy Halloween!

We're all moved in...

Felicity sitting on our front porch...

Our beautiful new home!!!

Our new piano... (under $100!!!)

Our new dog - Buddy, He LOVES Felicity!

Felicity's newly painted room... I redecorated the Felicity letters to make them stand out a little more.

Miss You Grandma and Grandpa!

"Gra'ma, Gram'pa!!! I miss you!!! Hope you are having lots of fun in Alaska. I love you. Felicity Anne Cozad

Man of the Year

Today is Jon's birthday, so I wanted to honor him. The world may never know how amazing, giving, loving, funny, romantic, playful, caring, etc he is, but for those of us who do know him, he's one of a kind. I love you with all my heart Jon-a-ten! Thank you for being a man who is so easy to love. You will always be number one to Felicity and me .

It's Summer

School is out for a few weeks, I'm finished with my masters degree. Now I get to play with this little princess!!!

Water Baby

Felicity LOVES the water. A few weeks ago, we took her for her first swimming experience. It was a little bit cool, but she didn't seem to mind. Here she is in her adorable swimsuit. I swear she gets cuter every day.

Splashing...

More splashing...

Drying off with Daddy...



Isn't she adorable?!?