Bus Ride & Big Fish - Week of May 10th

Cameron rode the school bus home twice this week! According to his bus driver, he thoroughly enjoyed the experience and didn't cry (or sleep) the entire hour ride home. Cam hasn't taken the bus on the ride to school, yet, but he will soon. Chris and Jane are so thankful that their big boy is having fun at school and liking the bus ride!

All of the neighbors are very engaging with Cam and one of his favorite activities is visiting with Ken & Mickey next door. Ken has a beautiful pond full of koi fish that provides a neighborhood aquarium for everyone to enjoy.

Cameron likes to look at the fish but we've told him that he's not allowed to swim with them...
He does get to swim in the hot tub, though. And many thanks to Annie for taking him in!

Cam definitely has some favorite toys that he plays with and most of those favorites make lots of noise! Pictured is his favorite truck that speeds forward and backwards after pressing a button. Parents beware that this gem was an under $5 buy from Meijers!

After a long day of work, the best medicine for Jane & Chris is to hang out with their boy and hear his laughter. It just might be the cure for anything that ails you!!

School Fun & Mom's Day- Week of May 3rd

Cameron has been adjusting well to school and enjoying all of the activities! The week was spent working on art activities, story time, music group, and hanging out with his new school buddies.

It certainly is strangely quiet around the house three mornings a week now for Jane, working from home.

Since Cam was lucky enough to receive two backpacks for preschool, he really loves to show them off. Pictured is the one that Auntie Jo, his wonderful godmother, gave him filled with all sorts of schooltime treats and necessities.

It seems that each and every week can bring on a new experience for Cam. This week being no exception, included a tasty corndog (not exactly the most nutricious dinner!) that Cameron thoroughly enoyed!

Jane and Grandma had a great Mother's Day by celebrating with Cameron, Chris, and Grandpa at the family cottage on Lake Michigan. It was a beautiful, brisk sunny day. Chris and Cam gave Jane a homemade Mother's Day card and a wireless photo card reader which Jane was very excited about! Best of all, Cam gave out lots of kisses and smiles and giggles!

Negative on Napping - Week of Apr. 26th

As Cameron settled into his second week of school, it became clear that he also decided he didn't need a nap anymore. Much to the surprise of his parents, nanny, grandma, and teachers, the big boy persevered through every day without any additional daytime rest required. Cam may be ready to give up his naps, but everyone else would've loved to see them last a bit longer...

Cam experienced school solo this week since Jane dropped him off and picked him up each day. Although he was a bit upset to see his Mom leave every day, his teachers said that he did indeed end up having fun with activities and playtime. When Jane saw him each day after school, she could tell he was a very happy boy. Cameron showed Grandma one of his playground favorites- the teeter-totter! Cam's first art project traveled home and Chris and Jane now have a lovely parsley plant to enjoy.

With all of this school time, there is no concern that Cam isn't getting enough play time at home...Chris always knows how to see things from a different perspective and everyone loves a yummy popsicle now and then!

My First School Days- Week of Apr. 19th

Ken-o-Sha Wellerwood Pre-School welcomed Cameron Jackson as their newest preschool student this week! Cam's school days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:10am-11:45am. His name is proudly displayed on the door (green at the bottom), along with all of his classmates.

Cameron settled in with some new buddies shown here. Carson and Matt are two new playmates. Cam had fun with both Jane and Chris on different days at his new school when they stayed to hang out. Jane participated with Cam on music day and Chris did an art project and both of them had a great time on the playground with their boy.

A required school accessory was provided to Cam by two of his favorite people- Grandma and the best godmother, Auntie Jo.

Pictured is the backpack from Grandma with Cam's name embroidered. He'll be using both of them for all of the activities yet to come!

Cameron survived his first week and his teachers, Nora and Kate, are so creative and make pre-school tons of fun!

We know he's looking so forward to week number two!!

Home Alone- Week of Apr. 12th

This week, Cameron experienced quality time with both of his parents, but mostly at separate times... Jane traveled to Philadelphia early Tuesday and returned late Wednesday...Chris left for a Florida trip on Thursday afternoon, returning on Sunday.

It seemed like the perfect time to introduce Cam to some additional chores and independence!

He helped his Dad take the garbage can in on Monday evening, which although seeming like a mundane task, is turned into a fun one when Cam and his Dad are involved.

One thing that Cameron doesn't mind doing at all is cleaning off his own tray. He is such a good helper and even completes the task with a smile!

His nightly drink of milk is something he can handle on his own as well- way to go Cam!

There were certainly lots of family around this week to hang out with the popular boy- special thanks to Grandma, Annie, Aunt Joyce & Uncle Joe!!

Bad Habits? - Week of Apr. 5th

It won't be long before Cameron starts going to school 3 mornings a week!! In anticipation of being in a disciplined school setting, Chris thought it might be fun to let Cam "break the rules" so to speak...

Here, Cam is learning the fine art of obtaining a quick drink of milk when one just can't take the time to find a cup.

Scooting around on the hot tub on the back deck is a fun activity, but Cam does agree that it's much more fun to be splashing around in the hot tub, as opposed to being on top of it.

Hanging out on one of the deck chairs is also relaxing for the big boy. And hanging out with 'Auntie' Jo was fun for the entire family when they ventured to Holland on Saturday eve.

Cameron had a fun walk with the neighbor girls on Sunday and ended his week with a tasty treat of his Grandma's homemade chocolate cookies- yum, yum!! Many thanks, Grandma!

Celebrating Easter - Week of Mar. 29th

What a beautiful week filled with sunshine...Cam had to wear shades!!

Cameron was lucky enough to have his Grandma for 2 days this

week! Cam and Grandma colored eggs together, which proved an enjoyable task for them both. Cameron liked all the different colors, but was definitely partial to the blue eggs.

Another evening with good friends and neighbors, the Raisch family provided fun playtime for Cam as well as Chris & Jane while watching the Final Four.

Family dining on the back deck was on the agenda with the nice weather this week and Easter Sunday was a beautiful day too. Grandma & Grandpa brought Cam an Easter basket. The toys were interesting, but that Easter grass made much more of mess, so therefore, lots of fun too!

Cameron, Jane, Chris, Grandma & Grandpa and Aunt Tracy all had a delicious brunch at Sundance and then watched Cam go on an Easter egg hunt!

We hope your Easter celebration included blessings, laughter and family time!

My Playmates- Week of Mar. 22nd

Cameron spent the week hanging out with some favorite playmates... Wednesday eve, he met his best buddy, Will, at SRC for a magic show. Cam's godmother, Auntie Jo, and Jane had a fun time eating with the boys and watching the performance. Thanks so much Auntie Jo & Will!

Later in the week, it was time, once again for Cameron to visit Mandy, since his hair was almost long enough to put in a little ponytail. As always, Mandy did a great job with his 'big boy' haircut and Cam felt it necessary to give her a pretend kiss, signifying that he was happy with the change.

It was time to show off Cam's new haircut to more of his playmates on Friday night. Once again, Cameron, Chris and Jane had a fun night with the Raisch family and the girls have lots of toys for Cam to play with. Pictured here is Sarah and Cam, proving that you can still play with toys and watch basketball at the same time!

Saturday was a very special treat when longtime good friends, the Cronk family, spent most of the day with Chris, Jane, Cameron & Annie. Chris dressed Cam in a special shirt that Jane picked up that for some reason, reminded her of a phrase that Chris uses occasionally. We can't wait for the next get-together and to see all of you again!