My Baby is Growing Up!

Dear Squishy,

How does someone who once was the cutest little squishy of a baby grow up to be such a sweet and independent toddler so quickly?

Today you started camp at Kidville here in Las Vegas.  As excited as you were to start I have to admit I was a little nervous for the day.

For one, my little baby is going to camp for the first time!  Spreading those wings just a little bit further… My apron strings are starting to come undone, and I am not sure I am ready for it.

Second, you are a sweet and wonderful little toddler, but you are a toddler.  Recently one who has been having a hard time sharing, and sometimes even playing with others.

Third… Ah my baby is growing up!

As I watched you play nicely (mostly) with the other kids, look up to your counselors, and enjoy every task, craft, and project put in front of you I was really watching you grow up right before my eyes. It was the feeling I had watching you that surprised me the the most.  Instead of feeling sad about it, I was overwhelmed with pride.

(Baking Soda and Colored Vinegar Science Experiments!)

I was proud of your behavior, and excited to watch as you learn to interact with the other campers.  I loved watching you learn the cause and effect of a toddler science experiment, and I nearly burst when you shared your snack with your new friend.

While watching you grow up is bittersweet, these days it is certainly more sweet than bitter.  I am so proud to watch my baby become a little boy.  You are a special little man.

Xoxxo,
Mama

*Dear Squishy is my version of (a less than) Wordless Wednesday where each week I write a letter to my son.

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Emily is a wife & mom living in Las Vegas. The owner and writer at Our Knight Life, Emily loves sharing her two adorable boys and journey through motherhood. Emily has run four half marathons to date and is always training for her next big race. She also enjoys creating healthy recipes for her family and sharing family friendly product reviews.

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