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Time With Family and Friends

We were able to take a trip back to Jacksonville with another Navy family. Two moms and 3 kids under 4 loaded up the minivan and headed South! The dad's were able to fly down, but drive wasn't too bad. We stopped for some treats along the way, of course.The kids were great in the long drive. They even took a couple naps along the way.James loved being back in Jacksonville, including have some great beach time.


James was also glad to spend some time at the Jacksonville Zoo.It was great to see our dear friends again too!Since we've been home Jame's social calendar has been full. He's been lucky to make so many great friends here in MD.

Watching Tangled with his buddies!

The boys having some man to man time.We enrolled James in private swimming lessons that he loved. He is a great swimmer.

James also enjoys showing off his swimming skills in the bath tub.


We've also enjoyed some great family outings. We were fortunate enough to attend the circus when it came it town - what fun!

Family game time, always fun!We're also enjoying spending some time with my dear friend from nursing school who came up to visit us for the week.

Now for a quick garden update. It's growing and we're enjoyed the fruits (and vegetables) of our labor. Yummy tomatoes!

Comments

artstew said…
Forget Mary, Mary,contrary and how her garden grows.. James, James, extraordinary! How your garden does grow!! Thanks for sharing all the happy times!
Marthaa said…
Gabe looks so happy :) And tall - I'm hoping he's a baby Dirk Nowitski. Also, Great garden - very Berkeley chic :)
Debby said…
James sure looks like he had fun on the trip. He seems to make friends wherever he goes! Swim team, track star football player, farmer... he's going to be a busy guy.

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