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I know I shouldn’t mar a sappy post with reminders of how my son has always preferred Tate over myself, but *shrugs shoulders* that’s just how I roll.
Even this morning, Carson’s first whiny words to me were “Where’s Daddy. I want Daddy.”
Blah, blah, blah. Daddy, daddy, daddy.
But! On a positive note, my daddy-loving son has starting spontaneously coming up to ME and giving me hugs and kisses. It’s fabulous! He’ll just be sitting there playing with his John Deere tractors and suddenly come over to me and give me the biggest hug. Then he’ll look me right in the eyes and pucker his lips, waiting for me to return the affection.
I feel such a great heaviness in my chest when he does this. Nothing in the world compares to this joy.
Another sweet trait of Carson’s is that he’s been very concerned about his sick little sister. Between her yelling and moaning and groaning (no, really…that’s all she’s done for days), in those few moments of giggling and smiling, Carson will say “Ella feel better now, Mommy!” He seems to be on watch, waiting to return to her regular happy and healthy self. There have even been a few times, he’s gone over to Ella and gently touched her face with his fingertips and told her than he loves her.
My heart? It’s on the verge of explosion.
I just wanted to put this in print so that in the future I can remember these precious moments. Especially when he’s eight and in trouble for throwing mud on some poor, defenseless two-year-old or when he’s grounded for pummelling his sister.
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PS…Canon?? Sony?? Nikon?? Olympus??? I haven’t heard back from any of you regarding my YEARNING for a DSLR camera?? That’s weird. I’m going to BlogHer next month, a place FILLED with photography buffs, and it would be a perfect opportunity to take my NEW camera along and spread the message about it’s awesomeness. I’d love to be sponsored! Call me! Or you can just email me, whatever. My email is playgroupie (at) gmail (dot) com!
Can’t wait to hear from you.
Awww… what a cute photo! My son has recentlly started waliking up to me and going “mmmm-wuh!” and putting his face near mine. Heh. It does just melt your heart. Of course he also does it to the sofa, doors, the cat, my arm, animals in Zoo’s Who…
annes last blog post..Hersheypark… indifferent
I don’t know about the camera…but I know all about the “daddy daddy daddy”. Babyhead wakes up with daddy on the brain and sometimes he gets real upset if DH isn’t here. It is because (at least in my case) daddy is FUN and mommy isn’t. I read somewhere that it is natural for kids to migrate towards the father as they tend to be more active and fun with the kids, and when they need comforting they come to mommy. That is true in our family…Babyhead gets hurt, he comes straight to me…but any other time he wants DADDY.
Sandys last blog post..Blessed Relief…
What a sweet boy!
Queen of Shake Shakes last blog post..Smaller Than a Kindergartener
Aw, my 2 older boys prefer Daddy as well. I’m sure it’s only a matter of time before #3 joins the crowd.
Devans last blog post..Why is it
um ok
so there is hope for this primary caregiver?
I swear nothing grates on my NERVES (yeah. I said it) like being greeted with WHERES DADA? at 5 am when DADA is sleeping and Im the one who hauled her arse outta bed.
good to know.
MizFits last blog post..Viewer Mail.
Good luck with the whole camera thing. I can’t believe they haven’t stepped up to the plate yet and sponsored you. Sheesh.
That picture is so sweet and I completely understand about the kids preference thing. Ugh. Ungrateful twits
rachels last blog post..Wordless Wednesday
My oldest is the same way- daddy, daddy daddy. My husband has to wake her up before he leaves for work because otherwise she flips out. Whatever. At least the baby is all mommy, mommy, mommy.
But nothing is sweeter than those moments of sibling love.
Beths last blog post..a stolen moment
this will be a good post to reflect on later…..
and you go get that camera. If I was a company with camera lying around all over the place, I’d be all over you!
DesignHER Mommas last blog post..Wordless Wednesday – Our bird bath
Yep. Welcome to my world. My boys follow daddy around nonstop. They are like his shadow. It is all about daddy. I’m left off in the weeds. That whole “boys love their mama” thing? I’m still waiting for that to kick in. Stinkers.
Kathryns last blog post..A Sentence To Remember
Just surfed over. Adorable picture. You will be the center of the universe in a few years – up until that moment when they make it clear you don’t know anything. What a roller-coaster! Hope your daughter is feeling better soon!
threeundertwos last blog post..Haiku Wednesday IV
Aw. So sweet.
Yes. For SURE cherish these moments for later.
And camera compainies? You are ca-razy if you don’t give this woman something to show off and try out for Blogher. Ca-RAZY.
Loving the profile pic, btw.
Mandys last blog post..(Sorta, Kinda) Wordless Wednesday – “Friend” party edition
Look at your sassy new avatar! Oh, yeah, you wrote something.
Blogging rocks for giving us a place to save these kinds of stories and Carson rocks for showing you a little bit of love lately. And, dude, the photo is making my ovaries hurt. Ouch!
Burgh Babys last blog post..I Said Baa Baa, Baby
So sweet. Yup, I think he’s a keeper!
wrights last blog post..Wordless Wednesday – Splendor In The Grass
My kiddo seems to prefer daddy too, and it has everything to do with the roughhousing, tickle fights, etc. He gets to play fun parent while mommy deals with the “other stuff”. Natch.
And camera wise? I’ve heard the Nikon D80 is da bomb. I’m thinking that I might need a new camera here myself…we are operating on an OLD sony cybershot that I think we got in 2002 – 5 mp for $500 or something ridiculous. Good luck on getting your equipment!
Molly’s Moms last blog post..WW: Not even wordless
Yes, you need reminders like this because someday you’ll want to kill them for the yelling, whining, and fighting.
I have a Cannon digital Rebel xti. I love it but it is heavy and you really need a zoom lens for shots in the distance. Like sports or graduation. I promise your kids will be that old someday no matter how far off it seems right now.
Headless Moms last blog post..Works for me Wednesday- Summer Dessert
aw. my heart’s on the verge of exploding too!
alis last blog post..tide blue. and siyonara.
That pictures is just adorable – I love Ella’s hat – and the look on her face!
Cathys last blog post..After the Kids are Tucked into Bed…
Oh my word, Carson’s such a loving brother. Ours have started playing together and it makes me so ridiculously happy.
Just this morning Charlie went over to Lucy’s bed, to hug her good morning, but she got ticked off that he was waking her up so she socked him in the belly. He was very “offended” that she dare hit his robot pjs. There was much screaming. I need to do more documentation of the loving moments…
Oh he’s so sweet to be concerned about her! Great picture too.
Mine both prefer daddy too. Whatz UP with that anyway? Not like we didn’t carry them for nearly a year and fulfill every constant need or desire since then. I don’t get it.
Cute pic! Their eyes are so beautiful, they look so much alike!
Good luck with the camera. I have the rebel one and honestly-it ain’t that great. Mostly because I can’t seem to figure out how to do anything special with it like Y does. Not fair. Intant Skill should be part of that expensive package!
mandys last blog post..No news…
AWWW! He sounds like a sweetie. I must have a mommas boy. AS my boy is up my butt 24/7.
I am glad he is appreciating his mommy now! You deserve it!
Since I’d been a Canon girl with the point and shoots, I got the Canon Rebel XTi for my bday. I bought body only and a 50mm 1.8 prime lens. Can’t remember if Newegg or Amazon was cheaper. I practiced on the prime for a while, which doesn’t go wider or shorter, but was a great teaching tool and takes FAB crisp pics, esp of scenery like flowers and kids’ faces.
Then I bought a Tamron 18-200mm 3.5-6.3 which is what I’ll take to BlogHer. It zooms and wide angles beautifully although it’s not as sharp at the extremes.
I spent beaucoup time researching and playing with this and am happy with my purchases.
The Tamron site has an area where you can click on a lens and see how far it zooms and backs up, but that’s no substitute for trying it in real life.
I haven’t needed an extra battery.
I got a Kingston 4G CF card and have been pleased with it- I think it’s one of the “fast” cards but not sure. I upload to the computer enough that I only need another card if I change topics, photography wise.
I was able to save lots of $$ by purchasing body only, and shopping around. People poo poohed the “kit lens” that comes with the camera, and I’m enough of a photo freak to think a step up is worth it. I still think that is true.
Let me know if you have other Q’s. I’d buy both lenses if you can.
Anne GLamores last blog post..We Talked Too Much
Nikon … it’s the way to go.
Knot
Knots last blog post..Overheard In The Car Today
Hi Jennifer – yeah sons bond with their dads but their hearts are always for their moms …. fear not dear! It’s great that he worries about his little sister … that type of behaviour shows that he will always be gentle towards the female species …..
http://www.winingandironing.wordpress.com
I’m convinced that all of our posts as “mommybloggers” are gifts to our children and that they’ll be hugely touched and entertained one day to read them all . . .
Thanks for the reminder to enjoy (and record) the precious moments.
P.S.–You totally deserve a fancy camera.
meps last blog post..Read it, toss it, eat it, record it . . .
Those unexpected hugs are what makes everything else bearable. Hope Ella is feeling better!
The Wifes last blog post..Urinetown
Does Nikon not see your gorgeous children and know that they should be jumping at the chance to send one of their cameras to you for use on them? Seriously, they need to get with the program!
And what a cute little love bug Carson is turning into!
Maggies last blog post..Wordless Wednesday: Say Cheese!
I just bought a Nikon D40 and I’m loving it! I would recommend checking out consumerreports.com or cnet.com to get a full range of reviews!
Barb @ getupandplays last blog post..The Underminer
Aww! How sweet!! I love it when the kids act nice. Riley is always soothing Angel when she freaks out. Riley pats her head and says so sweetly “It’s okay…it’s alright…see, all done.”
Sarahs last blog post..Preparations…
My camera is a piece of crap. I have no advice!
Momo Falis last blog post..Don’t Forget To Tip Your Waitress
My boys are always thrilled when Daddy comes home. It’s like Christmas every time he walks in the door.
grrrrr.
Soooooo cute and sweet! And those eyes! Just precious. Hope Ella gets well soon….
They are both so incredibly gorgeous!!
Jennis last blog post..A Late Father’s Day Gift….with Love
Hearing anything daddy related totally ruins my day now. LOL
But I think I’m the favorite. I do make them fluffernutter sandwiches after all..that’s got to count for something!
Marias last blog post..The Children of The Fly
My daughter has had the daddy love crap since birth. I have thrown my hands up in defeat but the boy- he loves me best! (:
Tonis last blog post..Where Has The Cool Gone?
Love that you put the hawt picture up. Roar!
How adorable that he’s being sweet to both you and Ella. Keep that in mind every time he gets under your skin for the next year.
And, I’m sorry the camera bozos are ignoring you.
Anglophile Football Fanatics last blog post..Monkey Business
Boys can be sweet sometimes, can’t they? It is almost scary too.
justmylifes last blog post..Four toes and a foot….
Aw, I hope he’s always that sweet.
andis last blog post..That’s Queen Dumbass to You
the good part is that boys ALWAYS love their mamas. take it from me.
girls, on the other hand? they live to torment you.
the planet of janets last blog post..We shall now commence commencing
My kids have always been closer to me but I love it when they start showing their daddy more attention. especially to see how thrilled HE is!
What a sweet brother. She’s lucky to have someone to help cheer her up while she’s feeling so miserable. I hope she gets better soon!
SherE1s last blog post..Someone found their nose
Canon…….I have a rebel XT and Powershot SD870 IS…..Love them both. Rebel is for special occasions and the powershot is perfect for on the go. Hope that helps
I went to a camera shop here in town and molested several cameras and have fallen in love with a Nikon D60. I’m hunting for the best deal right now– I’ve been told that to compare to what I have (a point and shoot with 10X optical zoom) I’ll need the 55-200mm lens, preferably with vibration reduction.
My son prefers his father too. I had all girls, who were Daddy’s and everyone kept saying that boys belong to their mothers. What a big fat fib!
Hope your sweet girl feels better soon and I hope that shout out to all the camera companies works for you!
tiffs last blog post..When you’re down to the wire.
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