Happy Birthday to AiDeN

Today is one of the my little men’s birthdays! I can't believe Aiden is TWO YEARS OLD TODAY! I can't even remember what life was like before him. For the first year of his life is was the most chill, laid back and lovable kid ever! Going into his second year he is stubborn, sneaky and one of the most hilarious kids ever! I will take him in whatever phase he is in because at the end of the day he still loves to be held and his heart is still made of gold.

Aiden can be a fabulous eater or very picky... totally depending on what mood he's in. He loves cereal, fruit bars and oatmeal... but I would have to say waffles are his favorite:) He loves to be outside, loves water and is pretty good with other kids. He has found that his older brother is the coolest thing in the world but has also found that he is now catching up with him in size and isn't afraid to wrestle right back;) He loves "Cars" the movie, actual play cars and even cars on the road. When we're driving he'll strain his neck to see out the windshield when a car is coming and he'll scream "A CAR IS COMING! AHHH!" He is so funny! He also loves to play pretend 'whatever' with Mason. Their choice is usually some sort of tiger or lion. Aiden will get into character, crawl, roar and the whole bit! Again so funny! He is really good with Shay, not over obsessed or interested but so sweet. He knows how to be naughty especially at bed time, he also knows how to melt your heart with his "I sorr-wee mama"

Aiden has brightened our lives. Darcie, his amazing birth mom, came down Sunday to celebrate his birthday with him a few days early.  Even now, two years later, I can't put in to words how grateful I am for him... and even for her. No matter how hard it is, she has always put Aiden and his needs before her own, first in placing him, then in continually respecting our decisions in his life. She has been incredible! She has proved to be a constant and positive thing in his life and we love her dearly!!!

Aiden,

You are one of a kind and our lives would not be the same without you.  Not only because of the joy you bring but because of the ways you help us grow as a family and me as a mother. You have helped me learn patience in ways I never knew I could reach.  You have helped me laugh in moments where I wanted to cry, you have given me opportunities to serve and to love that has changed who I am. I absolutely and undoubtedly love being your Mom. I am so, so, happy we found each other, again. I love you more than you'll ever know!

XOXO, Mom