Mommy's Little Helper

Cameron is such a great helper. One of the things I remember the nurse telling me when I was in the hospital with Cameron was to make sure we start him "helping" early. She said ALL kids need a job. So we make sure Cameron is doing his part. Here he is helping Mommy put his trash away.

Choo Choo Dance

Cameron has a morning routine where he watches Handy Mandy and Mickey Mouse Clubhouse before school. In between the two shows is a intermission where Dance A-Lot Robot shows the kids how to do a dance. This morning Dance A-Lot taught the kids the "Choo-Choo Dance". Check out Cameron trying to learn the dance.

Pic(s) of the Week

We all know that I am NO cook. Baker, yes, chef NO. But I will say I have a few "specials" that are probably better than most you will eat. One is my spaghetti. Simple dish but honestly my sauce is world class (LOL). But I have to ask, Cameron - is it really THIS good?

Kindermusik

In addition to all of Cameron's play-dates (with Mommy and Me of Gwinnett County and Braselton Mom's Club - stay tuned for pics) we decided to get Cameron enrolled in Kindermusik. Kindermusik is a music and movement class where kids can dance, play and participate in musical activities with other kids. As you have seen in previous postings, Cameron LOVES music and dancing so we thought what better way to get him exposure to music than through this program. Tonight was our first night of class and we had a BLAST. I was a little afraid because I know Cameron can't sit still very long and I wasn't for sure if he would be "entertained" for the entire 45 minutes. But he did GREAT. The teacher (Mrs. Dana) encourages movement so this was right up Cameron's alley. There were 8 other kids there but Cameron stole the show! All the parents were like "Wow, Cameron catches on so quickly", "he is such a good helper". He played so well with the other kids and he really enjoyed dancing and playing with the instruments. I have to admit I was pretty proud of my sweetie. Here are a few pics from the class.

The BIG Day

Well TODAY was the day, Cameron is officially a Toddler Club Member. I have to say I was SO excited to see him in his new uniform - walking into his classroom. I have a big boy now. His teacher told me that he was off to a great start (since he started his transition about a week ago). I can't wait to get more pictures of him in his class - especially eating at the table. I will keep you posted on his "progress".

Here are a few pics of him from his 1st Day!

The bag(s) of Goodies (his uniforms)

The Goodies

Cam catching some "Mickey Mouse Clubhouse" before school

Looking out the window for the bus?

He just figured out the bus wasn't coming

Cam's Cubby Hole

Bailey taking off her shirt for Cameron

Now Bailey is taking Cam's shorts off - the girls these days!

He is ALL Boy

It is becoming increasingly clear that Cameron is ALL boy. He is getting into EVERYTHING! If you show him how to do something one time he wants to do in again and again - with or without you. A prime example was Sunday after church we were at Nana's and he decides he wants to "walk" up and down the steps. McKenzie helped him down the steps one time and then Cameron decides that he knows how to go up and down the steps on his own. It's fun to watch him take on new challenges but I have to admit it's a little scary. But I guess it's like they say, "Boys will be Boys".

Cam and Auntie Nee'

Cam and Mommy

Me trying to hold him down

Cam taking a break

Big Week for Cameron

Next week is a Big week for Cameron as he will transition from the Infant "C" class to Toddlers Club at Creme'. I am so happy for him! He has been doing so well in his class and now get gets to move up with the big boys! He is only 15 1/2 months but he has been going over to the Toddler class and playing with them (because they have more boys in the class) and he has been doing exceptionally well. So when the Director (Mrs. Brooke) asked if we were okay with Cameron transitioning early we had NO problem. I am a little nervous for him just because he will be the youngest in the class but I know he will do just fine.

The key differences with him moving to the Toddler's Club is:

1. He will have new teachers. Ms. Thina and Ms. Leah. They have 22 years of experience between the two so I know they will take great care of him.

2. The Toddlers have quite a bit of movement in their class. Every 30 minutes they rotate to a new subject. For example at 9:30 they have Literacy and then transition to Vocabulary at 10:00 and then to Art Projects at 10:30. Whew, he will be busy. Oh and the fun part about moving all around the building is they get to walk in "straight lines" vs. taking the buggy like they do now. So it is really like being in school. I hope I don't get a progress report at the end of the day saying Cameron was not in the line! LOL!

3. Cameron will now get out of his highchair because the Toddlers eat at the table with their spoon and fork instead of in a highchair. This is a big step for Mr. Cameron. I can't wait to see this.

4. And last but certainly not least the biggest difference is Cameron will now have to wear a uniform! Yes, a uniform in the school at 15 1/2 months! Jante' said this is just a way for the schools to make more money but I think it is TOO cute. The uniform is on order so as soon as they come in I will get a picture to share.