Anya quickly bonds with female adults. Maybe it's because she's surrounded by four brothers. But I've seen her bond with Grandma's Knutti and Christensen in a way that only girls can. And she has a special love for her Aunt Laurel. They are kindred spirits.
Aunt Laurel plays the BEST games. And it's tough for mom and dad to follow her act once she leaves. The restaurant game...she talks with this British accent and waits on the kids hand and foot and teaches them to be proper, speak politely, and use good etiquette. The kids love it at
meal times. They didn't get to play it this visit...and the kids won't let it go!
The wide-mouth frog. That's a classic story. If you haven't heard it, you'll need to request a story time with Aunt Laurel. It's always a favorite way to end days of festivities. A visit from Aunt Laurel just wouldn't be complete without her rendition of the wide-mouth frog.
Horsie rides on the knees. It goes through how a lady, a gentleman, and a farmer ride a horse. Then it's the way Mark or James or Luke, etc ride the horse. The kids giggle uncontrollably all the way through it.
Aunt Laurel does just about everything...except change stinky
Moms love Aunt Laurel, too! Karen enjoys a little time off when Aunt Laurel is in town. So everyone is happy. And we look forward to the next visit!
Aunt Laurel ~ your little brother loves you, too! Thanks for being such a great sister! I mean that.
Our assignment for this photo op was to do funny/scary faces. Isn't Anya scary with her missing teeth?!? :)
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I'm I allowed to comment on a post dedicated to myself? you are too great...your whole ridiculous family. I needed to be "aunt laurel" for a few days so thanks for letting me come.
I still haven't mentally recovered from the tickling frenzy, however. I'll send the therapy bill in the mail (grin)
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