Last Ones...

The three cousins in their matching shirts. So cute! We had to feed Carter to get him to sit still. Surprise surprise.

To bad it was a fun game for these two to throw their stuffed animals down repeatedly while I played fetch for them. Good times.

Aunt Tara and I had a moment to catch up on the drive back to Chicago. They slept for at least an hour, priceless.

Last morning. Everyone quiet and getting along here (briefly) but Grandpa was around the corner, counting the minutes til our departure. I think its safe to say we wore him out.

More Christmas

Two little monkeys worn out after jumping on the bed.

Hugs from cousin Paige. To bad they tumbled over 2 seconds later. I didn't catch that on film I was laughing to hard.

Look at Maggie, she doesn't trust him for a second.

Here they are sitting in their new chairs. You can't tell by this picture, but Carter was a bully to her all weekend. Maggie could hold her own though.

Christmas morning Santa had a surprise for Carter and Maggie. They each got these adorable chairs. Tara, I am pleased to report Carter also uses his as a step stool to climb onto things like the couch and our bed. Awesome. :)

Christmas in Illinois

We arrived Christmas Eve and began opening presents almost immediately. This is Carter with his cousin Maggie, playing with his cool toy from Aunt Tara (who was my Santa this year. She made sure Carter got some very cool age appropriate toys this year - thanks again Tara!)

Oh the madness. And with three little ones in the house, it never stopped.

Carter with his Uncle Chris.

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