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The theme is four:
1. Four places that I go over and over: Dr. Woods, Wal Mart, my bed for a nap, & the freezer for ice cream.
2. Four people who email me regularly : My mom, Matt's mom, Nicole, & Nellie
3. Four of my favorite places to eat: Macaroni Grill, Serrano's, My moms, & Texas Road House
4. Four places I would rather be right now: Arizona, Idaho to visit Nic, Ben & Jess, & Nellie, on a pretty beach, hanging out with Matt, in the hospital holding my new son.
5. Four people I tag: Nicole, Nellie, Noelle, & Naomi
6. Four T.V. shows I watch: none now (we cancelled our service) but before: The Office, Reba, Martha Stewart, & American Idol
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Okay, so maybe not so much on the talking part, but he is becoming a pro at walking.
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My little boy turned one on August 11th. I have to admit that I spent a lot of the day sulking because Blake is just growing up way too fast. He did have fun opening presents and eating cake (again)!
Blake wasn't sure how to eat his cupcake with his hands full of icing.
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(Wishing we were in Corpus Christi)

(Blake loved the beach and the ocean)
Saturday we went to the aquarium. The best part was the Dolphin Show and the worst part was when Blake got his arm caught in the automatic doors (he was okay, but I felt like a horrible mother)! Later that day we had a little b-day celebration for Blake's up coming birthday. Afterwards we went back to my grandparents and had dinner. My grandad then met with each individual family back in his bedroom to give the a grandfathers blessing. Blake even got one. It was really special. I love my grandad so much.
(Waiting for the dolphin show to begin)
(Opening presents)
(Matt also had some presents to open for his B-day)
(Yummy cake)
Sunday we loaded up in the vans again and headed back to San Antonio. While everyone else had a plane to catch. Scott came and picked Matt, Blake, and me up. We went to church with him (it was nice change to go to Relief Society). Scott's friend Jenelle came over and we enjoyed a delicious dinner that Matt and Scott made. Scott left for choir practice and Jenelle, Matt and I played Rook.
The next day we went to the river to go swimming. It was very pretty and the water felt great.
Tuesday Matt and Scott went biking and bowling while I stayed at the house enjoying the AC and reading Breaking Dawn. It was nice to relax. Then we had to say goodbye and it was back to the airport. Our flight in Dallas was delayed an hour so we didn't get home until late. Blake did surprisingly well.
Wednesday I spent doing laundry and catching up on primary needs.
Thursday we packed up our car and drove 5 hrs. back to Texas. Our friends the Calls invited us to go with them to Dallas to attend the Temple. The drive wasn't so bad except Blake making himself so upset that he threw up everywhere. We had a really good time and it was nice to attend a Temple session with Matt. (Since there isn't a temple close by we usually take turns watching Blake while the other does a session).
Friday Shawn and Kelli went to the temple while we watched their kids and then we went to the Fort Worth Texas Zoo. Then back in the car for the 5 hr trip to AR. Thanks Calls for a great time!
(Blake in front of the Dallas Temple)
(Blake with his buddy Zander)
(Blake was worn out that night)
(Kimmy looking at a very grumpy gorilla)
(Wow, what a smile)
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Blake with his cousins Addiyln and Carter

Blake loved swimming at Grammie's. Here he is being tossed by Matt and Noelle


YUMMY
Blake trying to get food from Addi.
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