The Duncan Family: blocks

Saturday, June 13, 2009

blocks

Patience... I can't believe the amount of patience Charlie had during playtime. V would of given up long befor him. He loves putting the blocks away for Mommy! Good thing because I hate cleaning up 200 small blocks ALL THE TIME. GRRR

5 comments:

Kristen Wallace said...: He is such a smart and cute little guy!!; Saturday, June 13, 2009
The Steward Family said...: Wow! That smart little guy does have some patience!

Jenn; Saturday, June 13, 2009
Ryan, Kim and Caroline said...: I hope he's always this patient! What a great little helper you've got there!; Saturday, June 13, 2009
Ray, Jayme, Caeleb, Alaura & Hailey said...: What a smart little boy!!!; Sunday, June 14, 2009
Jason and Carrie said...: That is great! Love watching this video!; Monday, June 15, 2009

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