In an effort to take more sibling photos on holidays, dad learns the kids have effectively two modes: first, “stoic disinterest-”

Followed by the “we’re (energetically) done cooperating” pose, wherein Eleanor tries to lick Desmond

Christmas Eve, 2018

At great-grandma Jan’s house for Christmas Eve dinner, Des hangs out in the basement with all the other kids. Although he’s the only one young enough to be pre-occupied by the (now vintage) Fisher Price barn and parking garage toys

Ella ready for some of ma’s soup. Probably the last great-grandchild to sit in this chair for a while, and definitely her last year

Hang on! Cruising around in the treadmill car

Enough with the backseat driving, Ella wants her turn at the wheel