Saturday, May 11, 2013

Getting ready...

We have been lucky to have some beautiful sunny and warm weather over the last week or so and we made the most of it. We started to get ready for the summer season!


Rory started by giving his dump truck a good ole scrub.


Cameron has been devouring some blueberry smoothies - he loves them and we can't spoon them in fast enough!

We have also spent our first morning back at Fish Creek after the snow melt and there were many rocks to be thrown!



Cam just chilling out on the deck sharing a few stories and giggles. 



Thursday, May 9, 2013

Busy busy

Hello everyone! Look at me - I'm jumping!!
 I love to jump and scream and laugh and then jump some more!!



Quite a few weeks ago now, we took the family to the 'Super Train Show'. It was a busy afternoon with lots of people and walking around.  We all loved the Lego train displays - such detail it boggles the mind. There are some impressive creative minds out there! 




Rory's favourite was the floor trains - he sat there for ages watching the trains go past.  Rory got even more excited when he saw a Thomas train go speeding past!

"All aboard!!" Rory had fun climbing aboard a child friendly sized train outside. 


Our little music man!! 

Sunday, April 14, 2013

We're still here...

Hello fellow blog followers! My deepest apologizes for being very slack on keeping you updated with the happenings of the Augustine family. Needless to say it's been a little busy here - I'll do a quick run down on some highlights for you.  

Our ever growing Cameron just turned six months old and is now devouring some real food, in pureed form, with excitement.  He absolutely loves his big brother Rory and is all smiles and giggles when Rory is near. Cam loves to be outside and explore everything within his reach.  

We've been lucky to experience some spring like weather and one sunny afternoon Lindsay and Rory took to the task of breaking up our snow mountain for the season.  They were both out there for hours getting the yard ready for some warmer weather. Hahaha...I laugh because as I type we are once again being blasted by a spring/winter snow storm with already 15 cm on the ground! 



Rory enjoying his new wheelbarrow, almost just like daddy's. A little Easter treat from mum and dad. Rory is a very hard worker and loves to be outside in the yard and especially helping out daddy.

We also ventured to the mountains for a little escape on the Easter long weekend. We enjoyed a beautiful hike along the lake in Kananaskis. Rory had some fun being pulled in the sled, while Cam had a more leisurely hike in the backpack carrier - carried by dad. 


We loved the break from the city and took in the views every chance we could. There was also lots of spots to munch on some delicious trail mix - yogurt covered raisins are great motivation to get up some slippery hills.


A very lucky Rory testing out an Easter treat from Grandma and Grandpa Werkman - Rory's first t-ball set. Rory took to it like a pro and even managed to keep the ball in the yard!! I have feeling this may be a game to take to the park as soon as Rory gets a little better, or we'll be seeing a lot of our neighbours!


And of course we cannot forget to mention a very special celebration just last week.  Rory turned 3!! Happy Birthday little dude.  It's hard believe that our little guy is 3.  How our lives have changed over the last three years. Lindsay and I have both watched Rory grow over these last few years with absolute amazement. Rory is a determined, energetic, hilarious and kind spirited joy to have in our lives. We can't wait to see what Rory will accomplish in the next year of his life.  He is already enjoying a sports class once a week and hoping to join soccer for the summer.



It has been a busy time over this last month. We've battled colds, stomach bugs (lots and lots of laundry), winter storms, lunches and snacks outside in the warm sunshine, painting and walks all with lots and lots of giggles and laughs.  

Unfortunately we've also had some sad news to share with you as we had to say good-bye suddenly to our Great-Grandpa Werkman. His quiet and kind spirit will be greatly missed by all. 

Friday, March 15, 2013

Oh what fun

Oh what fun we have had over the last few weeks. I'll do a quick run down and let you enjoy the pics that follow.  We have snowstorms, fort building, sledding, visits to the zoo where we saw a penguin walk, a fantastic visit with Grandma and Grandpa - not to mention lots of stories, snuggles and smiles.  Mum's own Lego arrived with Grandpa for hours upon hour of creation and fun. Walks in Fish Creek with adventures through the forest. Special treats and unforgettable moments to treasure always!
Snow storm!!! 

Cameron cuddles with grammie and grandpa.

Lego time!!! Who is having more fun??? Very serious builders here.


Fun times at the zoo with the penguins.

Up high for smiles with grandpa at Fish Creek.

Cousins Bree and Jenna 'hide' with Rory amongst the trees.

Tracking grandma through the snow and trees!!






Nighttime stories with grandma were always a hit - "Just one more Grandma, just one more please."



The brothers - a rare still and quiet moment.




Cameron's first mummum experience - they're still as messy as they were with Rory.



Thanks for a wonderful visit Grandma and Grandpa. We can't wait till you come back to visit again!! 


Monday, February 11, 2013

Just chillin' out

Here are the boys just chillin' out in the afternoon sun.
Cameron having some 'air time' while sharing lots of giggles with Rory.
 



 
If only they were always this happy, quiet and calm - my days would be bliss - but I loved the few moments of peace and still love watching Cam and Rory be silly (and loud) together.  I guess our house will only continue to get louder and louder and crazier and crazier as the boys grow.

Monday, January 28, 2013

Hello everyone - I'm 4 months old now!!
 
I love long feedings and snuggles with mum, jumping up and down in my exersaucer, tummy time with Rory - I also love being awake all day long, just so I don't miss out on any fun. I weigh 14.5 pounds and I'm growing out of some of my 6 months clothes - I'm such a big boy with the best gummy smiles for miles around! If I smile lots and with some giggles I can get away with anything I want - just don't tell my mum.


 

 
Rory is an awesome big brother.  He always makes me smile and he gives me kisses. I love watching Rory play trains with daddy and when they play outside in the snow.  I can't wait till I'm just a little bit bigger so I can do all those things too!!
Sorry for the lack of photos and updates, but we've had some technology issues. Hopefully we'll be sorted out soon!!
Later skaters - keeping smiling, Love Cameron xx

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

 
Happy Holidays!
 
Another round of holiday celebrations have come and gone with many memories to last for years to come. We have had a quiet, but busy Christmas and New Year - trying to fit in as much visiting with good friends and family. We also had some well needed family time with Cam's first Christmas.  Rory was a little concerned on Christmas morning when he saw our tree with the presents and proceeded to say, "Santa made a mess."
 
 
 
 
 
 


Cameron celebrating his first Christmas morning in style!

 
The brothers just chillin' out.

 
Bath time in the big tub with Rory and fun foam shapes.
Our little superheros!
We wish everyone the best of health and happiness for 2013.