After Camden’s first birthday party, there were so many wonderful pictures that I knew we’d treasure forever. I wanted a keepsake to tell the story instead of just having random photos in a box (or worse, sitting in a folder on my desktop) so I created an album. Might sound weird, but I pull that album out every once in a while to enjoy the photos and the memories. Since then I’ve decided to create an annual Camden album…not just for me, but for the grandparents too. I can’t even begin to tell you how much these albums already mean to me. One year in and I’m already seeing a story (in pictures) of my little boy and how he has already changed so much in his short life. It’s something that my husband and I will cherish always.
As you’ve probably seen, I’m also writing monthly letters to Camden. I’ve already decided that I will turn those into an album (or multiple albums depending on how long this letter series goes on) as well.
These albums are just the start of many and I hope to one day have a bookcase full of them. And I’m already mentally planning out The Camden 2013 album. 🙂
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favorite…. 3rd from the bottom. what a little man. these books are so sweet katie! love them!
You’re creating such fabulous memories, Katie. You really will look back and remember the surroundings and circumstance of each photo. Camden is a lucky boy to have such wonderful, loving parents.
What’s more, these will be keepsakes that Camden will keep. Someday he’ll share these books with his partner and children and they’ll continue to be passed along. Just think 100 years down the road – “We have books of photos of our great grandfather Camden.” I love that you do this!
I love the idea of albums. A year at a glance pulls all of the memorable faces and moments into one enjoyable portfolio. All come together and one by one become the narrative of a year in the life of Camden Oblinger. Those who love him will more than appreciate your act of love. The words will speak for themselves when he grows into the young man who truly appreciates all you have given him.