Grandma and Grandpa Cook were gracious and allowed us to set-up shop in Brush, CO for Thanksgiving weekend. The reason I call it "setting-up shop" is because it truly is that; pack up every possible toy, an outfit for each day (and PJ's), bottles, formula, food, diapers, wipes, spoons, bowls....I could go on but I will spare you the 15 minutes. Never mind the stuff that mom and dad always bring. Needless to say we had a lot of STUFF.
Evan did very well in his second road trip to Colorado. That 6 1/2 hours in the car seat is really pushing it, but we timed things well. Other than getting a little antsy on the way home, we cannot complain on how he handled it. Evan was able to spend quality time with the Colorado family over the few days we were there and he always enjoys the attention that he gets from everyone. I will have to say though, I have never seen a boy more excited to be home then when we arrived on Sunday back in Omaha; he screamed when we put him down on the floor. I guess when you are almost 9 months old there really is no place like being at home, playing on your own floor and sleeping in your own bed.
Evan enjoyed his first sweet and mashed potatoes and the Cook way of doing Thanksgiving. It really isn't that different than most others, but usually involves at least 20 people. With Liz coming from a smaller family, the shear number of people that attend family functions always amazes her. I will say she is amazing with names even when it comes to the extended, extended family.
Liz and I enjoyed time in Boulder (or I guess we spent time there) watching the Huskers beat the Buffaloes. It amazes me how many Nebraska fans attend the game and the amount of red that is present at Folsom Field. Now on to the Big 12 Championship for the Huskers and with some help, maybe beat the Longhorns of Texas. We enjoyed the victory with dinner at a great "gourmet mexican food" resturant called Cantina Loredo. These photos are from last week and our trip.
On to the holidays now and the busy times it brings. Evan will be getting tubes for his ears on Monday, Dec. 7 so we will keep everyone updated on his progress. 6 ear infections is far too many and continued antibiotic treatment is not netting good results. Grandma Sandy will be visiting to provided needed comfort that only grandma's can give. Happy Holidays to everyone! We will be in Omaha for Christmas this year and look forward to enjoying time with family.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Monday, November 2, 2009
Halloween and TCU Homecoming
Evan enjoyed his first plane ride and long-distance trip from Omaha to Dallas over Halloween weekend. We all headed to Ft. Worth, Texas, for Liz's 10 year reunion and to celebrate her graduation 10 years ago from Texas Christian University. It coincided with Halloween so we had fun celebrating Evan's first Halloween in 75 degree weather (just doesn't seem right when the leaves are green on the trees and there are still flowers blooming).
Evan's plane ride was great. He was a little fussy, but he likes new enviornments and is always very curious. He tends to win strangers over with his curiousity and easy smile. If they only knew. We rented our car and realized that using someone else's infant car seat is not ideal. If you can, at all costs, take your own if you travel. We learned a valuable lesson here as it was a royal pain. We arrived in Dallas to sunshine and 60 degree weather.
Friday night we met up with Liz's college friends, their spouses or significant others and had Margarita's and more Margarita's at Joe T Garcia's. The drinks are awesome and the food was decent. Great atmosphere and definitely worth going to if you are in Ft. Worth, a true landmark.
Saturday morning brought some sleeping in and getting ready for the parties, tailgates and football game. I was surprised at the level of tailgating one does at TCU and clearly everyone is looking for an excuse to have a few beers and really good BBQ. We stopped by Liz's reunion party and continued to the Miller/Kyle Tailgate. This group had couzee's that were especially made for this year. When you order your own couzee's, you clearly have one mission in mind. Lots of people and lots of beer. TCU handedly won their game over UNLV and I was glad to see Nebraska was able to hold off Baylor. Halloween night brought costumes and a neighborhood full of kids and candy.
Sunday, we enjoyed a great lunch with the Jamison's (Drew, Meggan, Hudson and Ellis) before leaving Ft. Worth. One of our favorite memories is Hudson and Ellis listening to their mom's cell phone and singing "Low" by Feat. T-Pain. "Apple Bottom Jeans, Boots with the Fur". We have never laughed so hard!
Evan's flight home was great and he was definitely ready to be done with the National Rental Car carseat. We arrived home with colds in tow and a screwy time change that has Evan off his normal routine.
Here are a few pictures from the weekend. Can Nebraska beat Oklahoma on national TV on Saturday night? Let's hope so! We will be there, sans Evan, to find out. Go Huskers!
Evan's plane ride was great. He was a little fussy, but he likes new enviornments and is always very curious. He tends to win strangers over with his curiousity and easy smile. If they only knew. We rented our car and realized that using someone else's infant car seat is not ideal. If you can, at all costs, take your own if you travel. We learned a valuable lesson here as it was a royal pain. We arrived in Dallas to sunshine and 60 degree weather.
Friday night we met up with Liz's college friends, their spouses or significant others and had Margarita's and more Margarita's at Joe T Garcia's. The drinks are awesome and the food was decent. Great atmosphere and definitely worth going to if you are in Ft. Worth, a true landmark.
Saturday morning brought some sleeping in and getting ready for the parties, tailgates and football game. I was surprised at the level of tailgating one does at TCU and clearly everyone is looking for an excuse to have a few beers and really good BBQ. We stopped by Liz's reunion party and continued to the Miller/Kyle Tailgate. This group had couzee's that were especially made for this year. When you order your own couzee's, you clearly have one mission in mind. Lots of people and lots of beer. TCU handedly won their game over UNLV and I was glad to see Nebraska was able to hold off Baylor. Halloween night brought costumes and a neighborhood full of kids and candy.
Sunday, we enjoyed a great lunch with the Jamison's (Drew, Meggan, Hudson and Ellis) before leaving Ft. Worth. One of our favorite memories is Hudson and Ellis listening to their mom's cell phone and singing "Low" by Feat. T-Pain. "Apple Bottom Jeans, Boots with the Fur". We have never laughed so hard!
Evan's flight home was great and he was definitely ready to be done with the National Rental Car carseat. We arrived home with colds in tow and a screwy time change that has Evan off his normal routine.
Here are a few pictures from the weekend. Can Nebraska beat Oklahoma on national TV on Saturday night? Let's hope so! We will be there, sans Evan, to find out. Go Huskers!
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