Pictures to Share

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I just had to share some updated pictures my daughter Carolyn sent me this evening.  I can’t believe how my little grandson, Owen, has grown!! He just looks so cuddly and sweet (of course this is my biased grandma opinion! LOL ):

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This big brother Caden (another cutie! :) :

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And a current pic of Jonathan and Carolyn:

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Thanks for indulging me in this grandma moment!


 

Comments

  1. AnonymousOctober 26, 2008 at 4:39 PM

    always happy to indulge your granny moments!! What a beautiful family! from wykate

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  2. gabbie427October 26, 2008 at 5:47 PM

    What adorable boys!!! Simply precious!!!


    God's Blessings,

    Amy Jo

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  3. AnonymousOctober 26, 2008 at 11:06 PM

    Thanks for sharing the lovely pics of your family. They are simply gorgeous. I keep thinking that this stage of my life with young children is so glorious, but I know that having children at home AND grandchildren will be even more glorious! :)

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  4. MomTo7nGammyOctober 26, 2008 at 11:24 PM

    Our pleasure for your indulgence, Grandma!


    I think the baby looks like your daughter and your husband. And he DOES look cuddly! Blessings to you all and as always, thanks for sharing with us!!!

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  5. homesteadinthemakingOctober 27, 2008 at 2:54 AM

    Crystal, I am with you, they are cuties!!!!


    Blessings,

    Trixi

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  6. AnonymousOctober 27, 2008 at 3:21 AM

    He is just kissable! Love those cheeks and the serious look is too cute!


    Caden is adorable!

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  7. AnonymousOctober 27, 2008 at 2:12 PM

    So beautiful. It is hard to believe our oldest already have families and homes of their own, dear Crystal!


    Love,

    Sandy

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  8. mamaof2andtwinsOctober 29, 2008 at 2:40 PM

    You go right ahead and have a grandma moment.


    Blessings,

    Jen

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  9. AnonymousNovember 2, 2008 at 3:57 AM

    What little sugarbears!!! I love seeing pics of them =)


    Jenn

    http://jennsnook.blogspot.com

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