Cameron's Preschool Graduation

Yesterday I was able to attend Cameron's Preschool Graduation in place of Brendan who wasn't able to take off of work. I was so blessed to be there and support him. He loved showing off his school, playground, and his friends. We are all so proud of him! He has grown so much over the past few months and continues to amaze us with his many talents and inquisitive personality. Children are truly a gift to everyone they encounter. Today we count our many blessings and begin to look forward to the next phase in the little mans life- Kindergarten!

Cammie's teacher giving him his diploma!

Little man was one of the last students called up to receive his diploma and he was waiting so patiently! He later told me that he just wanted it to be over! Haha.

Cameron and Mommy after Graduation

 

Cameron and his best friend, John.

It's not a graduation ceremony unless there is cake! Mmmm

Cameron received a gift of chocolates from his Nana.

And a special hug from Grandpa!

 

Daddy and Cameron after his Preschool Graduation!

Daddy wanted to do something special for Cameron's Preschool Graduation, so after dinner we went to the bakery and Cam picked out a special treat! He picked a giant, double chocolate cookie!

One of the paintings in Cameron's preschool portfolio was painted of him and his Dad on Brendan's birthday. So sweet!

 



Vancouver Scenes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ballparks and A Little Boy

I wanted to take some time to add a few photos of my Canadian vacation since I am sure that my parents are wondering what I have been up to so far! I have been spending a lot of time supporting B from the sidelines at any of the six teams he plays on for soccer, baseball, and softball! It has been so enjoyable watching him play! I am very thankful that he has met so many wonderful friends through his sports. They have really become his family away from home.

 

 Aside from sports, I have been organizing and decorating Brendan's apartment. It has turned out so cute and Cameron is excited because he now has his own special room at his Dad's house. He loves his new room, and it makes going to bed a breeze! It is a sports themed room which is fitting since he has been his Dad's shadow lately. He loves soccer and baseball the most so far.

 

Now that the house is in order and Cam's room is finished I hope to get out a little more during the day and do some exploring. The scenery is so beautiful here and the colors in the flower gardens are heavenly! Sadly, I woke up yesterday feeling a bit under the weather. Cam shared his cold with his Mom first, then Dad, and now me. I am hopeful that it will be short-lived as there are so many things I would like to do this weekend! Another blog is coming soon with more scenery and flowers per my Mom's request!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mini Cakes for Mommy

                     Happy Mother's Day to my Mom and Grandma!

Instead of going out for a traditional brunch we decided to stay in and relax at our wonderful home with the beautiful weekend weather. I decided to try out some of my new recipes and make today worry free for my Mom.

On the menu was stuffed burgers, grilled veggies, sliced chive and cheese potatoes and vanilla glazed cream cheese filled cakes.

Stuffed Burgers:
2 lbs. Lean Ground Beef
1 package Onion Soup Mix
Egg
4 Jalapenos chopped
Feta or Bleu Cheese
Mixed Shredded Cheese
Chive and Onion Cream Cheese
Crumbled Bacon

Mix ground beef, onion soup mix, and egg together. Form 12 equally thin patties. Combine chopped Jalapenos, 3 cheeses, and crumbled bacon. Mix together and add a heaping tablespoon of the mixture onto 6 of the patties. Cover the mixture with the remaining patties making sure to seal the edges completely together. Refrigerate until ready to grill.

 

The sweet treats I made today were vanilla glazed cream cheese filled mini cakes.

They are so fun and cute! You can use any traditional cake mix and mini pans. I made a regular vanilla cake batter and filled the mini pans about half way.

The filling was 8oz of cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, 1.5 cups confectioners sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream as needed for thinning. I used a cake decorating tip to fill the cakes with the cream cheese mixture after I had gently glazed the cakes with a basic confectioners sugar and vanilla glaze.

A fresh strawberry was the perfect decoration on top!

These were a huge hit especially for my family who isn't super fond of basic frosting!