Cooper pictures

We had Studio D out to take pictures of Cooper when he was 1 month old. Jessica and her mom do incredible work. It was so hard to pick a few to share because they were all so good. You can see more of their work at http://imagesbystudiod.com/

Roller Babies

http://www.youtube.com/user/EvianBabies

Here is the link that I talked about this morning. Cooper would fit right in with these babies.

Chapman Family in China

Steven Curtis Chapman and family are in China for the opening of Maria's Big House of Hope. SCC family has done so much to promote adoption. This new house of hope will give so many little ones in China a safe place to stay. Follow the Chapmans journey in China at: http://chapmanchannel.typepad.com/marybeth/

Growing up!!

Cooper is growing SO quickly. Everyone has told us it goes by way to fast, but now I understand. We took him to the Doctor yesterday and he is 18 lbs 6 ozs at 15 weeks old. He is eating very well. The Dr said to start mixing in baby food so we stopped by the store on the way home and Cooper got his first taste of Carrots. He had more on him, us, the table and the cat than he actually ate but it was fun seeing him try to eat for the first time.

Cooper laughing

Cooper is growing up! He found his voice last week and has not quit talking since. We will wake up at 3am to him just cooing away in his crib. Now he has learned how to laugh. There is nothing sweeter than a baby laughing. Here is a little clip from Monday night when I was getting him ready for a bath and he got tickled.

American Idol worshiping God!!

http://blog.givmusic.com/

This is the link to the video of Kris Allen performing "God of this city." This is the true Kris, not being told what to sing by American Idol. Lets pray that Kris is able to use the American Idol platform to bring us more music like this that brings Glory to GOD!!! Way to go Kris!

Dove Awards

Its time for the Dove Awards! Below you will find a few of the categories and the nominees. Post a comment with your pick in each category. The person who picks the most correct will win a CD brick with many of the artist up for awards. Be sure to post your name and email so I can get in touch with you when you win!

SONG OF THE YEAR:
“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)” Chris Tomlin
“Cinderella” Steven Curtis Chapman
“Empty Me” Chris Sligh
“Give Me Your Eyes” Brandon Heath
“I Will Not Be Moved” Natalie Grant
“I’m Letting Go” Francesca Battistelli
“Mighty to Save” Laura Story
“Never Going Back to OK” The Afters
“Reason Enough”
“You Reign” Mercy Me

SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR:
Steven Curtis Chapman
Natalie Grant
Brandon Heath
Jason Ingram
Tony Wood

MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR:
Jeremy Camp
Jon Foreman
Ernie Haase
Brandon Heath
David Phelps
Marvin Sapp
Chris Tomlin

FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR:
Francesca Battistelli
Karen Peck Gooch
Natalie Grant
Brooke Fraser Ligertwood
Mandisa
Sandi Patty
Laura Story

GROUP OF THE YEAR:
Casting Crowns
David Crowder*Band
Ernie Haase & Signature Sound
Mary Mary
MercyMe
Skillet
Third Day

ARTIST OF THE YEAR:
Casting Crowns
Steven Curtis Chapman
Fireflight
Marvin Sapp
Third Day
tobyMac
Chris Tomlin

NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR:
Addison Road
Francesca Battistelli
Fee
Jonathan Nelson
Remedy Drive
Chris Sligh
Tenth Avenue North

POP/CONTEMPORARY RECORDED SONG:
“Cinderella” Steven Curtis Chapman
“Give Me Your Eyes” Brandon Heath
“I Will Not Be Moved” Natalie Grant
“I’m Letting Go” Francesca Battistelli
“This Is Home” Switchfoot