Tia Laura visits

Tia Laura was the first aunt to meet Baby Merrick this week.

She flew into town, coincedentally, when a family gathering was going on. Laura first got to see her nephew at the Crab Pot. Merrick immediately gave his aunt a big smile.

Laura got to have more one-on-one time with Merrick at home. But she really spent most of her trip with Austin, who needs a lot of stimulation these days. They went on bear hunts, made a menu for Austin's imaginary restaurant and played in the water. Those two were so busy that I didn't get a picture of just the two of them. 

When Merrick was awake, he really reacted to Laura, who is a master of kids' songs and entertainment.

We were so lucky to have her here. We miss her!