Aiden in the Snow

I bundled Aiden up and took him out when it first started snowing today. I don't know if he was more excited about the snow or his first time wearing mittens. He seemed to have fun, but he did not like the snow to hit his face.

Aiden's One Year Stats

Aiden and Mommy went for his 12 month check-up today. Aiden weighed in at a whopping 24 lbs., 4.5 ounces (71%), and he measured 29.25 inches long (31%). His morning didn't go so well since we had to get more shots today. He broke down as soon as the doctor or nurse entered the room. I think Aiden has now figured out that the doctor's office is generally not a pleasant activity. I have given him lots of love today, and we took advantage of the moderate weather to take a stroll. Tomorrow, we may take a stroll in the snow.

Aiden is taking more steps today, walking nearly half the length of a room. I feel our little boy will be running in no time. He is developing better balance every time he practices his walking. He even walks from the wood floor over the rug and back on the wood, which I think is quite impressive for a beginning walker. Stay tuned....

Aiden is ONE!!

You know what they say... time flies when you are having fun! Believe it or not, Aiden turned one on January 23! We celebrated with a carnival party. Aiden seemed to enjoy the excitement. He ate his cake just as we expected - cautiously and calmly dipping his finger in the icing. He didn't like the homemade carrot cake Mommy made him, but he did enjoy the cream cheese icing. Aiden doesn't really like textured foods, so I'll just say that is why he didn't like his cake. :) With turning one, Aiden has gotten a lot more active. He took his first steps this past week, and he is taking more and more steps every day. He doesn't take a bottle anymore, and today he had his first cup of whole milk. He is still fascinated with doors, handles, and the kitchen cabinets. He has his own drawer in the kitchen, but I think he likes playing in the other cabinets better. He loves to go outside. We take trips out on the warm days to stroll in his red wagon. It's a great workout for Mommy in the hilly subdivision. He loves to play ball with Daddy. They have a very active game of football/basketball/soccer every night.

Here are a few first birthday pictures.

Reecey Cups First Birthday

The one year mark is approaching quickly! I have to give Kelly all the credit. She has been setting up and planing Aiden's first birthday party. She has worked really hard and iI just wanted to thank her all her hard work.