Tuesday, we say goodbye to Grandpa Marc and Grammy Mary, who head back to Naperville after spending a productive and fun week with us. Here's a peek at what kept us busy: 
Grandpa built and installed a custom-made bookcase in Ben's room. It covers a never-used door into the bathroom. Now that Ben can see the book covers, he's spending lots of time selecting and reading books on his own.
He even reads to Sidney.
And lets Grandpa read to him.
Then "fix-it" Grandpa and Grammy Mary moved on to building a platform bed for their grandson.
Ben gives his big-boy bed the old tire-kick test -- it passes! Sturdy with great under bed storage (and a railing not shown here). It'll be fun to grow into using over the next few months, so Sidney can move into the crib and share his room.
Grandpa found some time to spend with Sidney, too.
And Grammy, who has a little experience with fussy babies, helped us through some long crying spells.
Next, some well earned recreation!
Big or little, the fish are fun to catch.
And the REALLY big fish may take a fighting belt and help from Grandpa...
...and turn out to be a stingray, which was released in better shape than the worn-out anglers.
Snacks are essential to get you through a day on the boat.
And the littlest fisherman just likes to catch a nap on the ride home.
Grandpa built and installed a custom-made bookcase in Ben's room. It covers a never-used door into the bathroom. Now that Ben can see the book covers, he's spending lots of time selecting and reading books on his own.
He even reads to Sidney.
And lets Grandpa read to him.
Then "fix-it" Grandpa and Grammy Mary moved on to building a platform bed for their grandson.
Ben gives his big-boy bed the old tire-kick test -- it passes! Sturdy with great under bed storage (and a railing not shown here). It'll be fun to grow into using over the next few months, so Sidney can move into the crib and share his room.
Grandpa found some time to spend with Sidney, too.And Grammy, who has a little experience with fussy babies, helped us through some long crying spells.
Next, some well earned recreation!
Big or little, the fish are fun to catch.
And the REALLY big fish may take a fighting belt and help from Grandpa......and turn out to be a stingray, which was released in better shape than the worn-out anglers.Snacks are essential to get you through a day on the boat.And the littlest fisherman just likes to catch a nap on the ride home.On Tuesday and Wednesday, Steve will finish guiding in the 3-day IGFA Inshore Championship tournament. He has some impressive anglers, so send good fish thoughts!
As for me and the kids, we're on our own now. We'll miss having all the wonderful support, help and TLC. It's hard to imagine how our days will be anywhere near as smooth as they have been with help. We'll keep you posted!
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