Camping and Cousins

This has been a great week for family. In the past seven days, Eli has had the opportunity to see every one of his aunts and uncles and all of his cousins... and it's not even Christmas! Last week we packed (and packed and packed) and headed to Canada for the weekend. We met the Huismans and Uncles Rob and Brian at the Pinery Provincial Park for a two-night adventure. Grandma Mulder even came up for the day on Saturday.

At the beach...

Reading with one of my favorite cousins. Geneva got to "babysit" while Mom and Dad played some Bocee ball. Notice the intense pitching game in the background.

Cheesy smile for Uncle Rob. I think Eli knows what to do for the camera.

Uncle Brian with his nephews.

On the way home we took a detour to Woodstock and were able to spend some great time with Eli's great-grandmas. We had wonderful visits!

Grandma, Eli, and Dad

Eli with Beppe

Back in Midland on Sunday night we had dinner with two sets of Deals. Adam, Erin, and Tristan were able to visit for a few days after going to a wedding over the weekend. Tristan and Eli had fun checking each other out.

A kiss from Tristan.

Some warm weather (finally) let us get the baby pool out on Monday after unpacking (and unpacking and unpacking) all our camping gear.

I think Eli prefered the real thing with Grandpa.

Watching Tristan go down the HUGE slide at the tridge park. This swing was about Eli's speed.