Marty

It's about time I introduced the interwebz to our dear friend Marty The Monkey (voice by, Grandpa Pat). We first met Marty on our holiday visit to Utah in 2010. Marty is quite the guy. He's funny, witty and sure to turn even the grumpiest of grumps into a happy person. Cooper LOVES Marty. He was an integral part of our family throughout our stay with my parents last year. Of all the toys my parents have in their arsenal (believe me, they have tons), Marty shines above. He is very special to us all.

My Dad and Marty are a great team. They can turn Coop's mood around just like that. And his timing is impeccable. Often, when Cooper was on the brink of having the mother of all tantrums, Marty was the only one that could turn his mood around. Marty will always have a special place in my heart and he makes me smile every time he and my Dad hit the stage.

Our first encounter, December 2010.

Hey Marty, how have you been?

Ringing in the New Year with a dear friend.