And here is Stephen..................................

For those of you that didn't know we had a rough week a few weeks back. Diego ended up in the ER and was diagnosed with RSV. Poor guy had to do breathing treatments and use an inhaler (WOW), he was definitely a trooper. Then Big Ed ended up in the ER diagnosed with Influenza B. In all the years I've know Big Ed which is 11 now I have never seen him so sick. It was a very long week, Lil Ed and I managed to stay healthy (I think it's cause we got Flu shots) and we're all doing well!

Here is our Big Boy hitting 16 pounds at 5 months old and holding his own bottle! Don't mess with his food. At 4 1/2 months we started him on solids because he was starving and loves his meals which include sweet potatoes, carrots, oatmeal, bananas and don't forget the peas!

Big Ed finished his basketball coaching season and we had an end of the season party. We got to enjoy our time with the teammates and their family members and passed out trophies. Lil Ed was so proud of his season especially his dad being the coach.

This is by far the most precious picture. Here is Big Ed commending Lil Ed on a great season and to see them so proud makes me very happy!

And here is more.........................

Me and Big Ed with Tinkerbell

My handsome boyz

My Uncle Jim and Big Ed

Lil Ed's cousins came to visit and here is Bailei at Oso Flaco

and Lil Ed

Ok we're back once again! WOW what a busy past couple of weeks! The last time I updated we were on our way to Disneyland! We had an absolute blast with our family and even little Diego enjoyed his first Micky experience! And since then we have experienced quite a few adventures so see below and enjoy!

Here are my Boyz waiting in line on our 2nd ride the "Haunted Mansion" on our first day of our trip.........................

Here is my Micky trooper and I on Tom Sawyers Island.................

Diego on Dumbo

Lil Ed on Dumbo

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!