Hawkes from Utah! {July 25, 2009}

Look familiar? No doubt a Hawkes. This is Pete's Dad's brother who came to visit from Utah. Bill is the most likable person, just a red-head version of Pete's Dad (you know what I mean). The more I was around him, the more amazed I was at how much they are alike. They haven't seen each other in 34 YEARS, and hadn't really met either one's family until now. Unbeleivable. There was never a reason for it, other than life gets busy. Everyone enjoyed thier visit, and don't plan on waiting another 34 years for the next one : ) Uncle Bill and his wife Connie have been married for 41 years and have 12 children. You read right, a dozen. As for grandchildren, 21 so far. Wow, did I say they've been busy?

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In Loving Memory, Myrl Hawkes {July 20, 2009}

Myrl Woodrow Hawkes

November 2, 1918 - July 20, 2009

Pete's Grandpop passed away July 20th. He was 90 years old, and passed gracefully in his sleep. A memorial was held at their family's church on Saturday morning, and Uncle Bill and some of his kids came from Utah to be here. Grandpop's wished to be cremated, and will be buried in Niagra Falls, New York where Pete's Dad grew up. Pete's parents flew up the next weekend and were able to reunite with family they haven't seen in years.

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Bluebry Pancakes {July 20, 2009}

Reagan is eating solid foods now... and my choice to start off with was none other than bluebry pancakes! Since I do call her my little Bluebry : )

She has been doing okay with foods now, she only gaged the first few times. Now I can't eat without her asking for some. She just spots silverware and starts getting ants in her pants. Need I point out that her 9 month check up revealed she is still in the 70-75% for her age?!?!?! She loves to eat!

Nothing like a fresh and clean baby!

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