Socks. Shirts. Underwear.
PJ’s. Toothbrush. Nappies.
Sleeping bag. Pillow. Snacks for midnight feasts.
I check and double check, pack and unpack.
Fret.
With all the turmoil going on in my life, with the Universe hiding behind every corner, punching me in the solar plexus knocking the wind out of me, tomorrow marks a huge milestone in Boo’s life.
In mine.
Tomorrow Boo goes to school camp.
This morning as we walked out the door I motioned to the suitcase, piles of clothes sitting next to it. Neat piles.
‘I will pack this for you today. And your Esky of food’
I turned to grab the keys and discovered this:
‘It’s OK mummy! I packed it for you.’
Thanks Boo. What would I do without you.
(2 nights. He will be sleeping over 2 nights. Commence freak the fuck out… NOW)
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He did a great job packing.
:: Breath In ::
:: Breath Out ::
I have no other great words of wisdom, but hope you can enjoy some rest while he is away.
Oh my god oh my god oh my god. Good luck to Boo! And to you! He’ll do great. You’ll probably worry a lot. I know I would. Only two days…only two days…
Great packing job too!
Stimey’s last blog post..My Mom is Good At…
Gotta love the packing. Last time I let my son packed, his bag was full of teddies (the soft toy version), undies, and very little else!
dizzy mum’s last blog post..The week that was
Deep breaths Kelley. Go back and read about last years camp and how proud of Boo you were. How scared you were and how relieved you were. Yes, this year is overnight (well 2 actually) but you’ve been taking baby steps with this. I know he’ll be fine – it’s you we worry about!
How exciting!! I was wondering when his school camp was coming up and to go for two nights instead of just one.. wow!
Boo must be excited to start packing already.
I will be crossing my fingers for him (and you) that his school camp is a brilliant success.
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How exciting. And scary. And exciting. My fingers are crossed for both of you.
megan’s last blog post..hap-hap-hap-happy dance!
breathing.
just keep breathing.
the planet of janet’s last blog post..Reasons why I am totally keeping him
I don’t believe freaking out will be necessary, Boo will be fine and so will you. As soon as you relax a little, that is. I know you’ll worry, but they have your phone number and they will call if Boo needs you. I’m actually excited for both of you. It’s such a big step.
good luck to you both!
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Breathe. Drink. Pass out. Repeat. *hugs*
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Big hugs to both of you – he’ll have a blast, and once you start breathing again so will you.
xox
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Aww I’m sure he’ll have an amazing time! 🙂
Like the others said – remember to breathe. xx
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How totally farking awesome. We had similar situation this year. He was all packed and ready to go and it was ME that was worrying.
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Oh, bless his heart…
You’ll both be fine and I’m sure he’ll have a wonderful time!
Take care of yourself, momma!
Tammy’s last blog post..Hey! You!
looks like how I pack. he’ll do fine, don’t worry!
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That’s very sweet. I can offer no words of comfort. It’s fucking scary. I hate it when they go on camp.
xxxx
Ali’s last blog post..TAAM, again! With tears!
Is this the first time he has been away for a night? Hope it goes well.
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Hey! He did a good job. Could be a little neater, perhaps, and just a bit more ‘contained’ – but he’s got the right idea. Go Boo!
lceel’s last blog post..Just a little stuff.
What a day! Good luck to both of you – I hope it’s a terrific success.
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He is good at packing.
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That’s the sweetest thing! He did a great job! Good luck to the two of you. I hope it goes well and he has adventures to share with you when he gets home.
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What Zoeyjane said.
Good for Boo! hope he has a wonderful time!
AmberDBTD’s last blog post..Don’t throw the hammer!
Breathe in, breathe out. he is going to do great and so are you! This is a HUGE step for Boo, I’m so excited for both of you!
Good luck to Boo, deep breaths for you!!
iamthediva’s last blog post..Grace in Small Things – 18th
I guess he’s a little excited.
Kylie w warszawie’s last blog post..Right and Wrong
looks like he is ready to go. Relax, and enjoy it while you can.
Karen’s last blog post..Scenic Sunday
Oh. Dear. God. He packs just like my husband. I’m not sure there is any cure for that. I haven’t found one…
You’ll be FINE! And Boo will have the time of his life!
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Woohoo for Boo!! Hope the camp is going well.
Deep breaths.
He’ll have a great time, Kel.
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Well, no wonder you’re freaking the fuck out.
chocolate is in order.
And he’ll be fine. {{hugs}}
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This is all good . . . but that said, let it out. A freak out moment is certainly allowed.
But then, pat yourself on your back, demand that someone give you a foot rub and a glass of wine and relish in a pure mommy-done-good moment.
Bet MPS packs like that too. Is it a guy thing?
What sort of place is the camp?
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Bless his cotton socks … that is just adorable.
…and I’m assuming that since he packed his bags, he wants to go. …so that’s gotta take the tiniest edge of “freaking the fuck out”.
Let us know how he goes.
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This is HUGE Kelley! I hope you’re doing okay while he’s away, I’m only getting used to the occasional overnight sleepover.
I bet he’ll have an amazing time… keep that in mind :).
Oh dear. You are so screwed. Oh, no he’ll do fine. But you’ll be a wreck. Until he gets home.
Good Luck!
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too cute.
Don’t give yourself another stroke freaking the fuck out will you?
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I reckon the camp adults will be thinking about nothing but the nappies! The rest of Boo will make it through fine. Loved his packing- at least he didn’t pack into the dustbin or anything. Big milestone for the whole family! Good luck, Kel- a lot of change around lately.
Kay/Grumba/Murf’s last blog post..What do they eat for crib??
School camp??? Is that an Aussie thing? It has GOT to be a fantastic thing for Boo and a little bit of deserved respite for you…really, respite…take it…eat chocolate (one piece), go buy some shoes (one pair)….relax (2 nites)!
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