December 26th

December 26th had us all in the car and making the 2-hour trip to St. Louis to see Uncle Mike, Aunt Jane, and the kids. Cooper was entertained by Grandma singing "I Love You - a Bushel and a Peck' and by all the tractors and backhoes we saw en route.

We are here! Uncle Mike! Show me the choo choo train in the tree.

Kelly hung with Cooper as we took over her bedroom with our stuff.
Cooper is getting the hang of the presents-thing.
Gabby. What a good dog. Cooper hugged her like 100 times.
AHHHHH!!!!! LOOK WHAT I CAN DO!!!!!!!!
Caroline. A star basketball player.
The halftime show.
Wicked Witch of the East.
Sam. A positive influence on our child.

Michael's shiny sneakers. Look like they are made from fiberglass!
Michael in action.

Michael and Mini Me.
A brief moment of quiet and non-stimulation.
Caroline granted Cooper entry to her secret dwelling.
Grandpa. Letting his hair down!
Uh oh, now they are all getting into the act.