Special Visitor # 2

I am feeling pretty spoiled--a second sister came for a week-long visit!  Circumstances were such that the majority of her trip fell under the category of help-older-sister duty. 

Lauren was a much needed aunt in such unappealing tasks as entertaining/chasing down a toddler for nearly an hour at the DMV (it's a long story...)  One morning she took Ezra on a walk outside and fed him lunch when I zonked out on the couch.  She washed lots of dishes and accompanied me on a dozen errands, including spending a whole morning watching Ezra and three other kids while I visited a friend in need.  She even gave me a pedicure (relaxing background music provided, and all!) 

Thanks to her, we were able to give our full attention to our three-hour home inspection (yes, we are finally under contract!), and be understanding when dinner didn't happen until after eight o'clock at night.

We did have a little fun, too.  Ezra will long remember the mango popsicle from Aunt Lauren, which eventually melted into a mushy mess covering his face, neck, both hands, both forearms, and shirt front.  Another evening, we all shared some Blue Bell ice cream; Ezra and Lauren enjoyed theirs in the sun-room.  Now, when dinner is finished, Ezra will ask hopefully for "ice keem"--and then want to eat it in the sun-room.