Back to work and SUPER BUSY

Well, it's back to reality for me! I started work on the 14th of January, and I have adjusted well. Diego goes to a home daycare here in Arroyo Grande ran by a husband and wife. He has adjusted well and each morning it's such a blessing to see Diego smile when he sees Kamber. There is another baby 2 days older then him named Cali. Both babies get tons of attention and we're very happy to have found such a loving home for Diego during the day. I must add, the first day I was a complete mess but within a couple of days I quit calling every couple of hours.

Another big deal for Diego is we found a fabulous doctor at Cottage Hospital who specializes in pediatric GI and has figured out why Diego screamed each time he had a bowel. We are now on a special formula which can only be ordered at the pharmacy but he is doing amazing. Thank goodness for Dr. Keltz and his loving staff. As for the rest of the family, they're doing well. We are in the last few games of basketball and then moving on to baseball. Big Ed was a very patient coach and the boys, especially Lil Ed, did well. I've attached some photos of the family and more to come after our trip to Disneyland. We're of to see Micky and Minnie with my family. Check back soon!

These times are so special to see-Diego loves it when his big brother reads to him.


For all that Diego has been through he is by far the happist baby ever. You can be having a bad day and all you have to do is say "Diego" and boom this is his reponse!




Last week Diego found his thumb but munches way to hard and gets so frusterated, but it's very cute!




By far this is what makes being parents so special; capturing these moments.



We're off to Disneyland!

Our family time..............

We are blessed to live in such a beautiful county and we've made it a point to spend our weekends appreciating it all. The following pictures were taken at Oso Flaco in Guadalupe-ENJOY!

Diego's first trip to the beach and he didn't even know.

The COTA'S- The KINGS of my heart!

Daddy jumping the creek but-and he makes it!!

Lil Ed trying to jump the creek but didn't make it all the way!

AND MORE..............................

Big Boy Diego at 10 weeks

The moments we live for seeing the boys bond- Lil Ed is the BEST BIG BROTHER EVER!

We got to visit the zoo last week in Santa Barbara with Grandma Lee and Lil Ed got to feed the Boy Giraffe-scary huh-check out that tongue!

The birds and the BOYZ

Our family portrait at the zoo 1/11/2007

WE'RE BACK!! HAPPY NEW YEAR

Diego's first shots-OUCH for him and MOMMY oh yah Grams too- 12/18/2007


Diego and Lil Ed with Santa Claus in the Village of Arroyo Grande


Lil Ed before surgery....................................



Lil Ed afer surgery-WOW what a brave boy he is-they yanked out 2 teeth!!!!


Diego ready to go with Big Bro Ed on surgery day at least someone was happy!

A big week at the Cota house

Last week was a big week at the Cota house. Little Ed had another awards assembly and got his first Perfect Attendance award ever and most exciting a Physical Education award from his P.E. teacher.We know he is our superstar but love that others see how special he is as well. While we were waiting for the assembly to start I managed to get a picture of Diego at his best. Unfortunately, I have no pictures of Ed receiving his awards because my batteries died so the Diego shot is all I got. Another very exciting and amazing accomplishment was Big Eddie celebrated ONE YEAR SOBER December 5th. We are very proud of him and his accomplishments and for all that he does for our family! We celebrated his accomplishment at Tahoe Joes with my parents which we all enjoyed. WE LOVE YOU DADDY! I LOVE YOU BABE!

Another exciting event is Lil Ed has decided to run for Attendance Officer at Harloe. We are very proud of him and are having fun with the campaign. He had to make posters and next he has to prepare a speech to present to the school. He took this upon himself and although there are alot of kids running it's all about having fun!

On Friday we were able to play in the snow here in Pismo Beach and got to see Santa and tell him what we wanted for Christmas.

All about sports

We just finished Lil Ed's soccer season which was fun and eventful. Big Ed was assistant coach which he enjoyed as did Lil Ed, now on to basketball. When I went to sign Lil Ed up they needed coaches so I decided to help the league out and signed up Big Ed to coach :) . We have had two games thus far in which both Big Ed and Ed have enjoyed. Big Ed has been a very positive coach and Lil Ed is playing well and making amazing shots all the team needs is a better name besides "yellow". As of now we haven't won but I tell the boys the season has just begun.

The same evening after a long day I was able to capture this adorable picture of Lil Ed and Diego watching Avatar, I know Diego is a bit small but he loves watching TV!

Thanksgiving 2007

The pictures above are from our first Thanksgiving at home! Usually we travel far but this year we had the pleasure to spend this special holiday with family. Big Ed had the turkey duty which happened to weigh in at 24 lbs. I was very nervous considering the turkey is the main dish but of course the turkey was amazingly moist and delicious!! I included a picture of the men trying to carefully remove it from the oven (that was a little scary). It was such a pleasure to have both my family and LeRoy's family all together in one home. It was especially nice to have Great Grandma Dorothy their in which she loved spending time with Diego. On Thanksgiving weekend Diego had his first car trip to Eddie's mom house. We were able to spend quality time with Lil Ed's and Diego's cousins. The following photo is all the cousins but not including baby due in the beginning of January, mommy being Kweeks.Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving!