Under the Boardwalk, Cam and Fam'll Be Having Some Fun Updated 6/17 About This Page:

[Cam22]

Originally Posted by omd

Awesome! You give us all such wonderful insight into your family. No wonder we all feel like we know you. Great job!

so much!

Originally Posted by disneydani

You definitely have a gift for storytelling....and it is shining right through. Love the pics of you and your students....you look like 'one of them' in the photo!

Danielle

That is the sweetest compliment!

Originally Posted by Principessa_di_Fata

I know what you mean about remembering the trips, etc. I don't scrapbook, but after I write my TR's, I copy and paste each update into Word - photos and all, and neaten it up (formatting and all), and label the days... My plan is to print them all (I have all of them saved) and take them to Office Max to be laminated and bound, and then put with my pass-pockets for each trip, so the memories and stories and experiences are always remembered.

You definitely have a fabulous gift for storytelling. It's why your TR's and PTR's are so very popular. They really are descriptive and interesting and hilarious! Looking forward to more!

It still amazes me that so many folks enjoying reading my ramblings.

Originally Posted by Jessie092408

I love the picture of you looking so excited! (And it was kind of fun to see you in your teacher picture too. I can kind of picture what your school looks like now. )

My school is Apollo High School, and in tribute to the space program, it is built in 4 circles. In the picture we are in the commons area, which is right outside my classroom door. Great location for everything, but it can be very loud during the lunch period.

Originally Posted by HollyH

You sure are a great storyteller! Again, I love how much we get to learn about you. The photos are all great, and I'm glad you included the one of you with your class.

I knew I'd talk a lot about being a teacher, but sometimes the picture helps make it real.

[Cam22]

Originally Posted by sc507

You inspired me to write my first TR . I'm glad to have that written memory of my last few trips and they will go into my scrapbooks whenever I get around to finishing them!!! Great description of you

So glad you have shared your TRs with us!

Originally Posted by Colexis Mom

Great update Cam!

Originally Posted by scrappyjae

Great intro for you! I too love order and neatness otherwise I tend to get overloaded and am unable to think straight. And I am very talkative and shy at first and love scrapbooking. Creepy....we are so much alike. I guess that since our birthdays are 3 days apart might explain a few things.....just minus a few years.

And before I forget, wish Stefanie a Happy Birthday!

I'll share a few of my years with you, if you'd like some extra.

Originally Posted by Wendyismyname

Holy cow Cam! You can totally pass for a teenager in the pic with your AP class!

I am shy also, until a couple of minutes and then like you, I talk because I don't like silence!! Well not generally anyway.

Fantastic introduction to a fabulous cast!

I have some friends who tell me that my teenage students help keep me young. And they probably do.

Originally Posted by lauriep

You are a great storyteller, Cam! I'm so glad you start the PTRs early so we can spend more time with you. I agree with Wendy-- you blend right in with the group of teenagers in the class shot!

I like that thought that we get to spend time together.

Originally Posted by stardust190

Great cast introductions. I feel like I'm really getting to know you and your family through your words.

Originally Posted by MontiMouse

Great introductions!!

[Cam22]

Originally Posted by a&a's mama

I think everyone on this board would agree that you are a wonderful storyteller and we can't wait to hear the next one! Thanks so much for sharing your gift with us!

I really appreciate you all reading along.

Originally Posted by chezp

Great introduction to you!

Originally Posted by MayraLR

Great introductions to your family!

Originally Posted by honeybee723

I'm loving how you're introducing the cast. It helps us to get to know all of you just a little bit better.

I'm afraid that at some point I may start repeating myself though.

Originally Posted by MGW

Great Introductions! And as always, I can't wait to read all about your trip!

Originally Posted by Tabitha34

Another great intro Cam! I am shy too until I get to know someone.

I have one co-worker friend who initially thought I was intimidating because I didn't talk much. Then once I started talking she realized I was just shy.

[Cam22]

Originally Posted by Dlandmom2

I'm glad I didn't miss too much! Thanks for starting your PTR! I just love following along on your plans! Love the intro to the cast! Like Melanie said, we've never met, but I really feel like I know your whole family!

Stefanie! Hope you have a great one!

You are welcome! What is really neat is when we PPers finally meet in the real world and see our friends in 3D.

Originally Posted by KMB733

Great introduction to yourself!!! I've always enjoyed reading your TRs!!!

Originally Posted by mcc0313

Loved the introductions...

Originally Posted by DawnK

Love your introductions of your family. I love reading your trip reports because I loe hearing what a great time you all are having, especially Stefanie. I have said this before and I will say it again....she is one awesome young lady and I can't believe she is 26...that's crazy.

She is a very special little lady!

[wdwlovers]

Sounds like Stephanie had a great bday! Do we get to see a peek at the shoes she picked out?

Lovely intro's to the cast!!

[Cam22]

Originally Posted by JKnott17

Great introduction of yourself, Cam. You are a great storyteller, I'm sure everyone will agree that we all love reading your TR's

Originally Posted by Dawn in Scotland

I have just realised that our daughters were born in the same week back in 86 - aah I feel a special connection to you and Stefanie now

That is so neat!

Originally Posted by clio

Great intros. I love read your trip reports. I've only attepted one which I never finished but I'm not a great storyteller like you.
Liz

Originally Posted by emvenable77

Just checking in. I have been waiting for this report to get started. I love all of the introductions. You and I seem to have lots in common!!
Tell Stefanie Happy Birthday!!
Oh and by the way Lion King and Tarzan are my two favorites also and for those exact same reasons!!

How neat! that we both love The Lion King and Tarzan!

[Cam22]

Finally, Stefanie reminded me when we got home today from work that I needed to take a picture of her new shoes.



Very New Balance tennis shoes!



And a pixie request: Stefanie is still struggling with a head cold, which is still zapping her appetite along with the adjustment to fewer teeth. She is trying to eating and drink as much we can encourage her. Some of her permanent teeth are actually trying to break through the gums, so this could get better. But right now she is weak, napping a lot and very clingy to her Mom (not that I actually mind this). Then my DMiL just adds to the anxiety, telling me how she, my DNiece, and DSiL are worried over Stefanie's coloring. My DNiece is a nurse and has told DMiL blood work needs to be done. Not sure what for, but she's has her own issues which border on hypochondria. Well, enough of the downer stuff. Tomorrow is Stefanie's big day and she is very excited about turning 26, and can't wait to find out what Mom and Dad got her. More on that tomorrow as she's reading along with me as I type.

[Tabitha34]

Originally Posted by Cam22

I have one co-worker friend who initially thought I was intimidating because I didn't talk much. Then once I started talking she realized I was just shy.

I have heard that from people for as long as I can remember. It was either that or I was a snob. Then after they got to know me they realized how wrong they were.

Tell Stephanie I love her new shoes! They are very .

Can't wait to hear about your plans! Loved reading about you guys! Happy Birthday again to Stephanie! 26! She gets rid of that cold soon!

[PhilsEagles08]

Stefanie!

*Cool new shoes!!!!!*

[mcneal]

Better late than never!!! I love me some Cam TR's. You are a wonderful storyteller and I thank you for sharing with us. If I got it right today his Stephanie's birthday so..... Steph!!!!! Also f or feeling better and regaining her appetite.

[chezp]

for Stefanie!

[Jessie092408]

for Stefanie's health! I hope that she feels better soon.

[HollyH]

shoes!

for Stefanie -hope she feels better and starts to regain her appetite.

And, of course, wish her a from me!

[Colexis Mom]

Love the new sneakers! (especially the laces)! Happy Birthday to Stefanie! I hope she has a fantastic day today!

[nursemom]

Stephanie and I love your new shoes-so colorful and beautiful. I hope you feel better soon. Cam, I have read your TRs before but must have have missed such nice intros in the past. I love the details (maybe because I am a little OCD too? )