Robert and Mom meet Vera

Robert and I traveled to Southern California earlier this month (December 11th - 13th) for a short visit to my sister and to meet my new niece. This was a much anticipated trip for Robert. Some one-on-one mommy time, playing with his cousin, Daniel, and his very first airplane ride!

Here's Robert adoring his new little cousin. He enjoyed holding her and talking to her, but only for short periods of time. I had to be ready for the quick hand-off that could come at any moment.

At the airport early on a Saturday. He was one very excited boy. He's wearing his cool Puma sports suit he inherited from the cousin he's headed to visit.

At the airport, waiting to board . . .

The pilot was so nice to let Robert have a seat in the cockpit and pretend to fly.

On our second (and final) evening in Southern California was spent enjoying some Christmas cheer with a train ride and visit to Santa. I could get used to visiting Santa in 75 degree weather. Snow is very overrated.

Robert was super excited to meet Santa and inform him that he'd like hotdogs for Christmas. Daniel was a bit shy and did spend a moment on Santa's lap.
Here's the boys having a good time together and posing for a quick picture.