Nikki's Baptism

Today Debra Nikole was baptized.  We're so glad we were able to go down to Gilbert for this special event.  It is always so nice to be around family.

The Blackwell Family

Garrett, Nikki, Shayne, Bailey, Kinnedy & Cari

Nikki, Grandma Pearl and Cari

Grandma Pearl is my dad's mom.  My entire life I've been told I take after her.  Uncle Bruce would always call me 'little Pearl'.  I sometimes wondered if he even knew my real name.  I love my Grandma, and have always beamed with pride anytime I've been told I resemble her.  My dad built our home when I was in 5th grade on some land behind my grandparents home.  Both my parents and grandma still live in these homes.  I loved growing up right behind my Grandpa Jim and Grandma Pearl.  My dad, grandparents and their family moved into my grandparents home when he was just 3 years old.  It's definitely home! As always, it was great to see my grandma - I'm glad she was able to make it.

Grandma Cindy, Nikki & Grandpa Randy

My parents cause me to beam with pride as well! I realize I am extremely blessed.