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James was excited to see Daddy -- and Daddy was thrilled to see his bug and bud (Easton)! July 20 -- James was happy to go back to school. Later that day we went to Stonewood Ale House to see Gma Chele before she left for Utah for her birthday weekend -- Uncle John and Aunt Bailey met us there, too. July 21st was a big day for James -- his school had their annual Birthday party in the parking lot. James actually got in and "jumped" around in the bounce house! There was a petting zoo, face painting and balloon animals too but James was really not too interested in them. Daddy met us at school for some yummy dinner.
James and his girlfriend, E, enjoying some delicious watermelon. He said "Mmmmm" every bite -- I think he's become a big fan of watermelon :-D

James is in a very affectionate stage (which Mommy and Daddy love). Easton may not be such a big fan of the stage, but James has become much much more gentle with him for the most part (although he thinks it's hilarious to pull Easton's tail and to try and touch his eye balls)...but Easton is often the recipient of James' love hugs (especially when Mommy and Daddy encourage it). There's just nothing like a big hug, with his head down on your shoulder as he pats your back and a big, open mouthed, sloppy slobbery kiss (the best are the ones where he goes for your mouth, haha).

Sorry if the video doesn't work, blogger changed it up a bit and I'm trying to figure it out because it shows me the first frame but won't let the video play....working on it!