Our Squishy

I just wanted to let everyone know what a joy Camden is. He is just such a little sunshine! He loves his Mommy too, boy let me tell you. He follows me EVERYWHERE! He is always giggling and smiling and we just love having him around, he is so much fun. I love my Squishy!!!

Cute Story

The other day I had to put Carter "in charge of watching" Camden while I ran into the other room to grab some laundry. They were playing in our Master bedroom. When I came back, I found them both in the bathroom exploring. Carter was opening each drawer and explaining to Camden what was in it and who's drawer it was. "This is Daddy's drawer with his brush and this is Mommy's drawer with her brush, okay?". Camden just sat on the floor looking up at Carter and listening as though he understood. Carter is SUCH a wonderful big brother. Camden is super lucky!

Number Two, Number Two and a First

Well, Carter FINALLY did it. He finally went number two on the big boy potty. I was so super proud of him. He earned himself a brand spank'in new Culdee and the Apple Orchard Cars from Thomas and Friends. He was so determined to go when he knew what the treat would be. He tried with all his might...and it worked! Yay CARTER! We are so proud of you.
As for the second, second...Camden has his second tooth! I realized his lower, middle left tooth has finally broken through. Phew, poor guy, that was a toughy for him. The first one, the one on the right, seemed to breeze right on through effortlessly.
The boys took their first real bath together. They thoroughly loved it, and they bathe together now every bath. So there you have it...just a bunch of firsts and seconds going on with us.

Our New Wheels

Dan and I went to a local bike shop yesterday and picked up a new bike for us to ride. I have a bike, but it is 15 years old! So, needless to say, it was time. I really want to start riding again, so I am very excited. I just took it for a quick spin and I love, Love, LOVE it! It really is amazing how darn efficient bikes are as a mode of transportation.
Dan's brother has a bike, that is similar, that I rode while we were up in Cleveland and I was reminded about how much I like riding. I am looking forward to when the boys are old enough to ride bikes so we can all go as a family.

The Tooth Hurts

We had to stop several times to calm Camden down on the way home from Ohio. It appeared as though he has another tooth about to erupt and it was making him extremely fussy! We had to exit off the highway and go find a drugstore to get some Orajel to help with the pain.

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AFTER ORAJEL:

Our Trip to Ohio

We went out on Dan's brother's yacht on the 4th. We had a front row seat for the fireworks in downtown Cleveland and all the other towns along Lake Erie. It was an incredible show. The only downfall were the ocean like swells rocking the yacht back and forth at 30 degree angles. We were all falling all over the place, kind of funny!

Carter driving the yacht.

The Cleveland Yacht Club was treated to a beautiful sunset. It was absolutely amazing!

Camden trying out John's boyscout hat.

Carter's first roller coaster ride with Daddy and cousins Kira and John.

Carter had so much fun at the Kiddie Park. He was so upset when we had to leave. I really wish we had one of those in our area. Any one interested in investing in one?

Grammie hanging out with the kids.

Camden being cute!

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY! We hope you all have a wonderful 4th.