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Happy Independence Day!

scottblackman — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 05:35:02 +0000

Independence Day 2009

Hope everyone had a nice Independence Day. Another scorcher in the heart of Texas. 101 I think.

New Wheels

scottblackman — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:34:11 +0000

The 1994 Camry finally gave up the ghost. Power steering started failing and before we knew it we were looking at the possibility of $3500 in repairs. So Sam started scouring Craigslist for a deals. Didn’t take him long to find one! 1992 Mazda Miata with only 89,800 miles. New paint. Excellent interior.

Needless to say – he can’t stop grinning. And who can blame him.

Alex’s Graduation Party

scottblackman — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 17:22:28 +0000

10:45pm Update: Great party! Lots of friends who have been important in Alex’s life were there. We are all grateful to have such wonderful friends! Alex was pleased with the turnout and – of course – pleased with the thoughtful gifts.

1:00pm: We’re having a party for Alex today. You can click on the picture to see updated pictures that refresh every 5 minutes were taken throughout the day. You can also go to http://www.ustream.tv/scottblackman to see a live stream starting around 3:30 central time.

Day in Fort Worth

scottblackman — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 19:30:42 +0000

Spring Break this week. We convinced the kids to spend part of a day with us (harder than you might think!). We went to the Amon Carter Museum in Fort Worth to see a photo exhibit called The Art of the American Snapshot 1888-1978. After the museum we went to the Stockyards and had lunch. Alex was able to meet up with a girl who is going to Tarleton next year who happens to also be the niece of his guidance counselor. All in all a nice day.

	
	
	
	
		Amon Carter Museum
			
				
					
				
				
				Random pictures from the Amon Carter and Stockyards during Spring Break 2008
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School Board Meeting Recognition

scottblackman — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 02:08:18 +0000

Each year the Frisco ISD School Board recognizes students and athletes who earned the right to participate in the state UIL (University Interscholastic League) competition for their sport. This is the second year Alex was recognized along with his fellow team members at the meeting. This meeting recognized student from the Academic Decathlon, Swimming & Diving and Wrestling.

	
	
	
	
		School Board Meeting
			
				
					
				
				
				
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The Blackman Family Challenge to You!

scottblackman — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 16:42:29 +0000

It’s that time of year – the YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Partners Campaign is in full swing. CGS has been an important part of our lives for nearly as long as we’ve lived in Texas.

It wouldn’t be saying too much to say the CGS has had a significant impact on shaping who Alex and Sam are as caring, engaged young people. YMCA Camp Grady Spruce’s mission is to deliver exceptional outdoor programs that inspire, build and strengthen relationships with God, His creation and each other. Visit our Campaign page to learn more. There you’ll find any easy way to donate to the campaign.

Happy Thanksgiving!

scottblackman — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 04:21:24 +0000

Click the image below for a recap of our Turkey Day Extravaganza. Quicktime Time lapse movie version here

Christmas 2006 – Ft. Myers Beach, FL

scottblackman — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 04:29:35 +0000

Met up with David and his family and Mom and Dad at a nice house in Ft. Myers Beach. Weather was a little rainy, but we have great time. Got to see Meg and her family in Tampa on the way up AND the way down (oh yeah, we drove). Even got to meet a bunch of the Bittls for the first time in 25 years!

Christmas In Tampa

scottblackman — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 04:28:50 +0000

More holiday photos. Had a great time seeing Meg, Gustavo, David and Daniel while we were in Florida for Christmas. The boys are growing fast! We got to see them all on the way down and on the way back we met them and the Bittls at the Salvador Dali Museum in St. Petersberg. Really neat museum. Highy recommended.

Homecoming 2006

scottblackman — Wed, 27 Sep 2006 05:00:14 +0000

Centennial High School had their first Homecoming on Saturday. First because this was the first year that there was anyone to “come home” since last year was the first class of graduating seniors. Previous years events were always referred to as “Forthcoming”. Sam and Alex both went. Sam with Gabby and Alex, well, Alex went with two girls. Don’t ask. Anyway, you knew I’d have to take a few photos before they left. Even convinced Gabby and her parents to come over so I could get a picture of Sam and Gabby before they left. Once you get to the first picture click to see the other two.