Remember....

Just some random things I want to write down so I won't forget them....

Camden running up to Ron in the backyard and yelling out "My hero" before giving him a big hug!

Looking through the bits and bobs in Ron's tool box, asking me what everything was, then saying, "That's right", before moving on to the next item.

When I get home from work and Cam is sitting in his chair for supper, he grabs my arm and lays his cheek on it.  I love this and never want to forget.

He put his rubber boots on the other day all by himself, looked so proud.

Our first water gun fight - he chased me but didn't squirt me until I stopped moving.  Guess he is not a multi-tasker yet.

Cam makes me lay on the floor and close my eyes.  Then he sneaks up on me so sloooowly and ever so quietly climbs onto my belly and tickles me until I "wake up".  A new and fun game for both of us.

Snuggles before bed while reading stories, his head beneath my chin, his hair tickling my face, his after bath smell....wonderful.

"Carry me, Mum-Mum"

Changes.....

The same picture taken on the same day (by accident last year), three years in a row.

Victoria Day Weekend 2013

It was the Victoria Day long weekend and we had some nice weather on one of the days.  I set Camden up in the driveway with his trucks, shovels and some water.  I helped him to build the pools of water (he wasn't very interested) but he eventually made a mud pie for Ron.

Of course Camden's day would not be complete without

playtime on the lawn mower!

I didn't even know they made these, but Ron found a chainsaw made just for kids.  Camden has "chopped" down most of the trees in our yard now...haha

Mother's Day - For Grammie

Last weekend Camden and I crafted up some goodies to give to Grammie for Mother's Day. 

Months ago I made a fingerprint charm for myself and for Grammie.  I didn't take a picture of it though :(  I braided some embroidery floss to loop through the charm so Grammie can wear it as a necklace or she can use it as a keychain.

Camden painted a box for Grammie and I added some ribbon to it.  I think he did an amazing job at using all the paint colours.  The mess....well, it was easy to clean up and we had fun, so who cares?

And a video of our painting process:

Painting aftermath! 

The finished gift

I also printed a card that Grammie can frame if she chooses to.

I never have the right words to use when trying to express myself.  I always feel I fall short but I would like to try. 

I remember days of baking bread, hot lunches, special round bread sandwiches, backyard camping and belly laughs.  I remember being held during illnesses, hugged when sad and hurt.  I remember softness and tired hands.  I remember sadness and tears and worry.  I remember scoldings not given for my stupidity, ears open to listen.  I remember button jars, knitting needles and crochet hooks.  I remember hat shops, yarn and sewing machines.  I remember hard work, volunteerism and dedication.  I remember you Mum and I love you more than I could ever say.  Thank you for who you are, what you have taught me, thank you for everything I remember.

If I can give Camden half the wonderful memories that I have of you, then I have done a good job as his Mum-Mum.

Happy Mother's Day to the best Mum a girl could ever want.  Happy Mother's Day to Camden's Grammie!  We all love you very much!

Camden said...

Mum-Mum - Camden, what does a cat say?
Camden - Meow

Mum-Mum - What does a dog say?
Camden - Arf

Mum-Mum - And a cow?
Camden - Moooo

Mum-Mum - What does a fox say?
Camden - Ahhh-Choo!

I shouldn't be surprised he thinks a fox sneezes.  One of the characters in his favourite movie, The Gruffalo, is a fox with allergies.

It was just a funny moment as I didn't except him to say that.  (What does a fox say anyway?)

You can read more about The Grufflo here - http://www.gruffalo.com/, if you are interested.  First a book, then a movie.  It really is a great show and Camden just loves it.

Ouch!

On Sunday Camden was sitting in my lap and wanted to get down to grab a toy.  He took one step, tripped on the carpet under the chair and fell onto the railing we have around the TV.

I grabbed him and yelled for Ron who came flying down the stairs, either from my yell or Camden's screaming.  He grabbed Cam and was able to calm him down.

We sat him in his highchair and gave him a lollipop and he was as happy as could be.  That is when we noticed all the blood...

Ron was able to trim the hair from around the cut and clean the wound.  Camden hit the railing really hard as the wood broke and there was a splinter in his head.  It didn't seem deep enough to warrent stitches and the bleeding stopped fairly quickly.

We bandaged him up, gave him some pain reliver and he was just fine.  It will take me a few days to get over it though.

Here is the dowel that broke when he fell.  I think he hit that corner too.

 In order to get these pictures I had to give him a popsicle

(homemade, strawberries and milk...mmmm)

The voice of wisdom (aka, My Mum) tells me this is the first of many bumps, bruises and cuts for Camden while he grows from a little boy into a big boy.  Thanks Mum for helping me feel less guilty.

Right now # 1

Right now your favourite book is:

Llama Llama Red Pajama
http://www.llamallamabook.com/


Right now your favourite movie is:

The Gruffalo
http://www.gruffalo.com/


Right now your favourite activity is:

Sitting on the lawnmower and playing outside with Daddy


Right now your favourite treats are:

Lollipops