Christmas 2006 Chiara was much more aware of what Christmas meant this year. No, not the birth of baby Jesus, but the all important business of presents!

Posing with the presents before the madness begins Helping grandpa with his present. Helping Grandma with her present too. Mario's fun was trying to eat the wrapping paper. A present from cousin Kimberlee. Dr. Palagi at your service! Mario is trying to stand. Mario showing off his Christmas sleeper. Chiara checking Grandpa's reflexes. Chiara checks Grandpa's ears Checking Grandpa's heart-it's good! Mario couldn't take any more of the excitement! Dr. Palagi LOVES opening presents. Now we have to check Babbo. A real stethoscope! Grandma models her new sweater and chanel parfum. Chiara has to check Mario too. Santa brought Chiara an easel, note her new lab coat too! Thank you Santa Claus! This side has a chalkboard-look what I drew! Mario "travieso" Palagi tries to chew Chiara's easel Dr. Palagi is also an accomplished artist. Chiara sings into her microphone-another karaoke fanatic just like her Babbo! Mario prepares to crawl through the coffee table maze. Where are my gloves? This mask is so itchy! Dr. Chiara Palagi casts a wary eye. Dr. Chiara Palagi is ready for surgery!