Sunday, July 11, 2010

C goes to camp

Captain C is going away this week to church camp. It is really the first time he has been away from home without us for more than a night! He is SO excited and I know he will have a great time but it is hard for me to let him go. I did a lot of senior pictures this spring and I can't imagine what those moms are feeling when their babies go off to college.  They are growing up way too fast and I know our time will be here before we know it. *sigh, pass me a tissue, please*

I had t and P make cards for him and we hid them in his suitcase for him to find during the week. Tricky T wadded his up and started crying. He kept saying he didn't know why he was crying but when I asked him if he was going to miss C, he said, "I think so." Tonight, when I was kissing the boys goodnight, t said, "I don't want C to go to camp." They fight like cats and dogs most days so it is reassuring to see how much they do love each other. C says he is just going a week and doesn't see the big deal...and he will probably only miss us at night and towards the end of the week ;) That's fine because I will miss him enough for the both of us!

I'm praying he learns a lot about himself and grows by leaps and bounds in his walk with the Lord. Oh, and has a great time and is returned to us in one piece. If he gives me a big hug when he sees me again and tells me how much he missed me, that will be a bonus ;o)

Here is a picture of him that I took yesterday while we were at the park. He found this rock that looked like a "C" :) Man, I love this kid...even if he is growing too fast!

I'll try to not make a scene when I drop him off in the morning...no promises though :(

8 comments:

  1. Awe, Les, I know what you are feeling. He will have a great time and you will miss him like crazy...he WILL miss you, too!! I would put money on that big hug when he returns. Extra bonus, they appreciate their fam a lot more...for about a day after they return ;) Praying for you all...see you soon!

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  2. Your a great Mom, I am praying for you and him. He is a good kid and remember he can hold his own if he needs too. He's going to be fine, G, will make sure of that.

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  3. Awww He will learn SO much and have SUCH a good time! I would be sad too though.

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  4. Awesome picture!

    I know. I am wiping my eyes for you! Your post is so sweet and sentimental and I can relate a little bit now.....

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  5. So cute! Hidden notes have been a part of every trip I've ever been on. MOST recently while I was 26 and chaperoning kids in China. They NEVER get old! Praying for you and C during the week. I hope it's the start of many great adventures!

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  6. I'm not his Mom but that makes my heart ache a little! (((L)))

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  7. He called us Monday night...and a neighbor had just stopped by so we were all out front and missed his call :( I still haven't talked to him - but one of his sponsors posts regular updates on facebook so I know he is doing ok. Man I miss him!!

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  8. I can relate to this post. I have 3 boys that have gone off to camp several times. I think it's harder on us moms than the kids. They are too busy having fun. Maybe a little homesick. I like the idea of the hidden cards in the suitecase. He will be home before you know it.

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