Posted from Hell

Although the cousin blog's were very complimentary (thanks Auntie Sara and Auntie M), let's just say it. Marco (and only Marco) tried his best to ruin the 2010 Cecchin cousin's picture.

With no warning, no reason and no consideration for his mother, Marco adamantly refused to take part in any Cecchin family fun. Bribes, threats and demonstration (think me on the floor posing with the cousins) were offered shamelessly and fruitlessly and were met with screaming, tears and stubbornness. Ever the devoted cousin, Tommy fell victim to a black eye and bleeding ("cut me mick,") to try to detract attention from Marco.

Simply, Marco was pissed.

I nearly sold him to the gypsies after the debacle. I figured I could get a good price. (He looks strong.) Until, last night, he sweetly said, "Mama, aren't we fun together?"

Despite Marco's best attempts, the picture actually turned out pretty darn cute, or more accurately labeled "okay." You be the judge.

To really get Mama's goat, after the photographer left and the cousins vacated, he quickly jumped into the spotlight to pose. I murmured choice words under my breath and snapped a few illegal shots with my phone.
ps - Why oh why does Picture People run 20 degrees hotter than the rest of the universe?