Big Girls

Cameron and Hannah are on their third summer of playdates, sleepovers, and friendship. It amazes me how the time has passed so quickly. In honor of the tradition started that first year, we sat the girls down on the floor in their respective spots and took the annual picture for posterity. Older, wiser, and mostly potty trained now with many adventures ahead of them during their friendship.

OH HAIL!!!!

We had a huge hail storm move through on Friday afternoon. The storm itself lasted only about 10 to 15 minutes but we collected quite a few huge hail stones or snowballs as Cameron called them. The cars on our street parked outside took a good beating. Here are a few of the big ones compared to an apple. WOW!!!!

Easter Eggs

It was a cold Easter this year. Just the day before there were snow flurries falling from the sky. So cold that the Easter bunny had to hide all of the eggs in side so he wouldn't freeze his little "eggs" off. The idea of hunting this year was all about the candy inside the eggs. I guess that is how it will be from now on. She had to take several breaks from the hunting to sample the jellybeans in a few of her found eggs. Then we all hopped off to a packed house at church.

"Egg"citing Sunday

My wonderful principal hosted an Easter egg hunt for all the staff member's kids Sunday at her church. The P.E. coach, Britt, dressed up as the Easter bunny and hopped around like a crazy woman much to the delight of most of the children. There were a few tykes that would rather have been left in the car to roast in the heat than have to sit on the bunny's lap for a picture. However, their parents did manage to get a few priceless shots. Our little Cameron loved the bunny and spent a good bit of her time directing others to go sit with him. The kids found all the eggs and then enjoyed opening them up to find neat little prizes. We topped off the afternoon with a cupcake and were sent on our merry way to deal with our sugar-overdosed kids. Thanks Liz! It was an awesome day!

Party Girl

We were invited to our friend Powell's second birthday party over the weekend. The kids enjoyed the cake and icecream. But, they especially loved beating apart a poor little horse that was hung by its neck. It was a pinata for all of my dear readers that fear we were just letting our children be cruel to defenseless animals.

Safety First

Cameron is a safety girl. On our most recent visit to Cabella's she insisted upon wearing her soon-to-be new life jacket throughout the store. She is such a character. I wonder where she comes up with all the nonsense. Anyway, back to the story. She showed Papa and Memaw all the great fish and had a blast exploring the tent displays. She also did her best impressions of all the animals.

Old Roommates Reunion

My college roommates and I got together for a girls weekend here in DFW. Andrea flew in from Nashville and Courtney from California. We had such a great time catching up and laughing about old memories from our cohabitation days. We did a little shopping, pampering and wine tasting. Then we topped off Saturday night with a trip to Pete's Piano bar where we sang our hearts out. After two days in the hotel, we stopped by our house so the girls could see Cameron and take a ride on the motorcycle w/Eric. I truly treasure both of their friendships. It has been almost 10 years since we lived together, but our time together was just like we'd not been apart. Andrea & Courtney, thanks for a wonderful time. Love you both!!!!!!

Diva Darling!

I know that I don't exude girly girl most days, but from what I've been told I was quite a priss growing up. I guess the apple doesn't fall very far from the tree. Cameron insists on having her sparkle lips (lip gloss) and cowboy boots. She is definitely never without her signature bow on top. The little diva even doesn't like to be disturbed from her morning slumber. Now she tells us, "No Mom, you get out of here" and my favorite "Just shut the door, Dad". I need to remind you all that she is just 2 1/2. I think there may be a sixteen year-old trapped in her body. The following pics are a few of her in her latest diva style.

Christmas 06

As you can see Cameron REALLY loved opening presents this year. Last year it was all about the paper and the boxes. It was a totally different ballgame this time. If you were opening, she was helping. She especially loved the drum set that Uncle Clay gave her. I hope he has tons of kids that will form a rock band in his garage and make "beautiful" music for him to enjoy everyday.

Picking Pumpkins

The family went to the Saginaw Pumpkin Patch for a few photos and to pick out some pumpkins for Halloween. Cameron found some huge pumpkins. She was so amazed by them that she wanted to hug and kiss them all. Later she helped Mom and Dad pick out three perfect pumpkins. One of which was just her size. Then she and Dad spent a little time in the bounce house.

Surprise from Canton

Canton's First Monday Trade Days are famous for their quantity of vendors and wide variety of merchandise. I went on a teacher's day out shopping adventure with some of my cohorts from the Ridge. In my quest to find something fun for Cameron, I came across this vendor that sells spruced up ceiling tiles that double as peg boards. I thought that every little diva needs somewhere special to hang her artwork. Today I caught her on top of her desk admiring her new decor.

Hair

The Look

I remember my mom telling me that I would often give her this look like she was either A: Stupid, B: Crazy, or C: Just Go to H***. When I took these pictures of Cameron, I wondered if this might happen to be the same look that was often given to my parents when I was a teenager. I'm a little scared that she may have already figured out "THE LOOK" and she's only 2. Even though she's a spitting image of her Dad, I can see a whole lot of myself in the "attitude". Don't get me wrong, she's a very well behaved kid. However, her perceptiveness is a little unnerving. I am so glad that 16 is a long time from now. We're just going to cherish this little look because right now it doesn't mean choice "C".

Not So Tall Drink of Water

I'm sure you all remember drinking from the waterhose at one time in your life. Watching Cameron drink from the hose that was supposed to be watering our tree took me back to my childhood. I can still remember the cold metalic taste of the that well water! By the time she was done with her drink she needed a new change of clothes.

Hiding Out

Cameron's latest trick is to hide in small places. She'll hide anywhere and sometimes thinks she's hiding just because she can't see us. This behavior reminds me a little of her Uncle Clay. He also liked to hide, although Cameron is smart enough to figure out how to get out of her hiding spots. (sorry Clay) Here are a few pics of her various adventures.

Oh How We've Grown

Cameron and her friend Hannah met for the first time a year ago. Hannah's mom and I work together teaching 3rd grade. Anna (Hannah's mom) and I knew right from start that the girls could really enjoy growing up together. They are just 3 days apart in age and believe it or not the same size. We have really enjoyed this year getting to know Hannah and her parents. They are truly great friends that we feel blessed to have met here in the "big city". Check out the girls' first photo together and the one just taken. My how they have grown!

Visiting the Grandparents (all of them!)

We have spent the month of June traveling all over the state of Texas (not really) visiting Cameron's proud grandparents. Our first stop was in San Angelo for the annual B&W trailer company picnic. This year Cameron was big enough for her own t-shirt. She had a great time at the river. She and Mimi even had a little peach cobbler together. We also made several trips to visit with GiGi who was in the hospital.



After a short stay at home we were off again. This time to Mathis. There Cameron was able to play with her cousin Ella and spend a little time with Memaw, Papa, Grandmama, Nana and Granddad.