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DeDe Watkins
Jun 16, 2014
‘Sydney & James Sometimes End Up In The Most Unusual Places!’
Joe Bill and I have joked that Sydney and James are really Twins because they're so close. Now Syd and James talk about themselves being...
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DeDe Watkins
Jun 15, 2014
‘Jack Hits 2 Hole-In-One Shots on Father’s Day!’
The U.S. Open Golf Tournament is always played Father’s Day Weekend. This year the (fictional) Austin Kid’s Open Golf Tournament was...
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DeDe Watkins
Jun 5, 2014
‘The Graduate: Sydney Marie Stewart!’
The Graduate: Sydney Marie Stewart had a fabulous time at her School's special Graduation Ceremony held in her decorated classroom. When...
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DeDe Watkins
Jun 4, 2014
‘For Sydney & James There Are Plenty of Ifs, Ands & BUTTS!’
One afternoon when Joe Bill and I were driving Sydney and James to our house we were talking about some people having funny names. I...
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DeDe Watkins
May 19, 2014
‘Life With Sydney Is Never Boring!’
Sydney and James love to run around our house in costumes. They add to their creativity by making up scenarios where they are different...
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DeDe Watkins
May 14, 2014
‘Mommy, DaDa & Jack Celebrate Mother’s Day’
The weather was perfect for Mother’s Day at Abel’s On The Lake. Joe Bill and I had a great time with Gigi, Joel and Jack. We’ve been...
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DeDe Watkins
Apr 27, 2014
‘Sydney & James Are Fit To Be Tied & Jack Is A Top Gun!’
If a picture is worth a thousand words you’ll get a library’s worth of knowledge about Sydney and James’ relationship when you see some...
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DeDe Watkins
Apr 20, 2014
‘Sydney, James & Jack Have Fun At Easter Time!’
Joe Bill and I had the good fortune of babysitting Jack at the same time that our godchildren Sydney and James were at our house. The...
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DeDe Watkins
Apr 13, 2014
‘The Melrose Family Is On A Roll!’
I have to say that the first picture that I posted today is one of my favorites. Jack is just so gorgeous. Who could possibly say no to...
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DeDe Watkins
Apr 1, 2014
‘Beautiful Jack’s 2nd Birthday!’
Beautiful Jack Bernard Melrose turned two yesterday, March 31st! Joe Bill and I find it hard to believe that he’s already two! Mommy...
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DeDe Watkins
Mar 24, 2014
‘Jack Spots A Special Potty!’
It’s hard to believe that Jack turns 2 this coming Monday. He remains gorgeous, smart, sweet, athletic and funny…just like his Mommy Gigi...
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DeDe Watkins
Mar 23, 2014
‘Sydney & James’ Mommy Skyler is a ‘CUT’ Above The Rest!’
Often in “The Sydney Chronicles” I show you or tell you something new about Sydney and James but today my new NEWS is about their...
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DeDe Watkins
Mar 17, 2014
‘Sydney & James Have Different Approaches To Life!’
Once again we had a great time over the weekend with Gigi, Joel and Jack. It’s hard to believe that precious little boy will be 2 years...
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DeDe Watkins
Mar 13, 2014
‘Jack Is His Pen Name!’
Jack is such an upbeat child that he walks around our house saying: “Happy, happy, happy!” That’s certainly hard to beat. He still enjoys...
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DeDe Watkins
Mar 12, 2014
‘You Will Never Believe What Sydney Was Competitive About!’
Sydney Marie Stewart is one of the sweetest people you’ll ever meet but she also can be one of the most competitive little girls you’ll...
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DeDe Watkins
Mar 4, 2014
‘Jack Loves His Mommy & Daddy!’
Joe Bill and I always have lots of fun babysitting Jack. Recently, I told you that Jack’s a Little Neat Freak. He loves to clean things....
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DeDe Watkins
Mar 3, 2014
‘Sydney & James Announce Their Invention!’
The other day I was in the kitchen fixing food for Sydney and James when I heard the adorable little guy yelling my name. I walked up to...
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DeDe Watkins
Feb 24, 2014
‘Sydney Is A Very Funny Little Girl & Jack Makes Everything Bright!’
The saying: “Out of the mouths of babes” often applies to Sydney. I’m telling this story because it happened to Joe Bill and not to me. I...
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DeDe Watkins
Feb 19, 2014
‘Sydney’s Not A Chicken…She’s A Ham, Who Can Be Sweet As Sugar!’
Sydney Marie Stewart does love having an audience…and that was the case over the weekend. Grandmother BeBe (Lynne) came over when Skyler...
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DeDe Watkins
Feb 10, 2014
‘Sydney, James, Skyler & Jimmy Were Jumping For Joy!’
Everybody was jumping for joy because Sydney Marie Stewart turned 6! Her fun Birthday Party, that had a Western theme, was held at a...
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DeDe Watkins
Feb 3, 2014
‘You’ll LOVE What Sydney & James Say To Each Other!’
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, there’s been talk of love at our house. For the past several days Sydney, James and Baby...
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DeDe Watkins
Jan 28, 2014
‘Happy New Year 2014!’
Joe Bill and I hope that you’re having a Happy & Healthy New Year! Luckily, life in Austin is good. I’m going to be sharing some pictures...
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DeDe Watkins
Dec 9, 2013
‘Jack Says: Cheers For Thanksgiving!’
This was Jack’s 2nd Thanksgiving and his favorite thing to say at the table this year was: “Cheers!” I’m posting some pictures of the...
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DeDe Watkins
Nov 19, 2013
‘Sydney Has A Leg Up On Life!’
Joe Bill and I are having a great time with Sydney and James this Fall. We’re lucky that we have a close relationship with them. JB and...
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