Good-Bye Uncle Chuck

My brother leaves for Spring Training today. I'm bummed he's leaving because there will be no one to wipe up the counters, wash the dishes and clean up around here! I'm kidding.

It's always fun when he's here. And it always seems like I just picked him up before I'm driving him back to the airport again.

My brother and I have always gotten along really well. Even while we were growing up. And I just think the world of him.

He lives with us 6 months out of the year and then he plays minor league ball the other half. Even though we miss him when he's gone, we're excited for him because we know that he has a once in a lifetime opportunity. What a lucky guy.

When he is here, the simple things seem funner. Like cooking the "perfect" meal, going to Target or watching one of our shows (The Office, ReDesign, Samantha Brown). He and Matt make fun of each other constantly and I'm simply entertained.

Evan loves his uncle Chuck. He just has a way with kids. Evan will just hang out with him in his room. Carlo puts Evan on his lap and lets him ride like a motorcycle. He also holds him up in the air and swings him side to side on a pillow.

Next time Evan sees Carlo he will be a year old. We will have our webcams but it won't be the same. So hopefully we'll get to go visit him in New Hampshire.

Evan at 2 months

Evan at 4 months




Evan at 5 months