Friday, September 5, 2008

Slappy Likes Great Cousins

The day began auspiciously, with Grandpa Toby explaining the complexities of a bladder-wort to Aunt Rachel and Gwen. Gwen appeared a bit distracted, as she sensed there was something eventful about to happen.
Minutes later, it did - the Wren was plopped in a lake for the first time. This being Maddie's advanced third time in a lake, she proceeded to show her cousin how she could splash maniacally in the water.
Back at the house, Clarice, Maddie's 2nd cousin, had arrived with her Dad and Grammie in tow. Both babies were thrilled to see her, as she seems to have a talent for keeping them in a very pleasant state, even when events dictate otherwise - i.e. the 8pm grumpies.
For some of you who are wondering why Clarice looks so familiar, you may remember her from our wedding, filling the critical role of flower girl.
Clarice even managed to get Maddie smiling with a rousing game of peek-a-boo. Both Sam and Jess were impressed (Dad, Tom, seemed very matter-of-fact).

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