Gamma

Grandma Cathie is visiting and the kids are LOVING it. Eli knew (thought!!) from the minute she stepped into the house that rules no longer apply for him. Par for the course when Grandmas come to visit, I guess. That doesn't fly with me obviously, but we've managed to keep everything pretty calm. Eli is really enjoying having someone new to play basketball and baseball and drums with. Maddux is enjoying the visit too. She calls my mom, "Gamma Catty" or (something like) "Catty Catty". Grandma got the kids Candy Land and Eli is really having a great time with that. He plays at least once/day, before naps or bedtime, when Maddux won't disturb the cards. Grandma is learning really quickly just how much energy is required to keep tabs on Mad Dog all day. We finished up VBX last night and keeping Maddux in sight was a full time job for all of us. We went to the Botanical Gardens yesterday and the kids kept us entertained, running through the fountains and splashing each other. Maddux had to be reminded to NOT tell other kids "No!" on the slide....we're entering a 'fun' stage with her :)