Aiden turns 5

Today is not only Aiden's 5 year birthday but it's the 5 year anniversary of the day I became a mom. The day our lives changed with the snap of a finger (or 1 last push!). Life got better, more challenging, more rewarding and in an instant Ron and I discovered our true purpose in life. Our first son, Aiden, is such a blessing and he's given us so much. He's taught me the true meaning of love, patience, the ability to think in an instant (he's very inquisitive) and so much more!

Aiden is funny and smart. He loves to learn new things and has a natural interest in anything science-related. Animals, planets, nature, the ocean, etc. He enjoys learning the map of the US and learning about different countries on his globe.

After we had Aiden we learned that his name means “fire,” which fits him perfectly. Aiden is short tempered and easy to frustrate. He knows what he wants and he wants it now! He’s a perfectionist and expects a lot from himself. He’s good eater and craves sushi. He’s tall and lean just like his daddy. He loves sleep and always falls asleep quickly when it’s time for bed.

Aiden enjoys playing soccer and riding his bike. He wasn’t too crazy about his bike but over the last several months he is becoming more interested in it. He like karate too. He loves reptiles and amphibians. He has toy snakes that he sleeps with and he’s given each one a name. His favorite TV show is Dinosaur Train.

Aiden is a fantastic big brother! He’s very affectionate with Ashton and is always aware of his whereabouts. He enjoys making Ashton smile and laugh and kisses his boo-boos. He boasts with pride when he teaches Ashton something new. He looks after Ashton and wants Ashton to have the same things he does. When Aiden got a trophy for soccer he wanted Ashton to get one too and he cried when we explained that Ashton will get one when he is big enough to play soccer.

He’s well mannered, loves God and the USA, is affectionate, thoughtful and enjoys cuddle time with mommy. His favorite thing to wear is his PJs and he calls them his “comfy cozies.” He has a kind and giving heart and he’s sensitive and caring. He always notices homeless people when we pass them on the street and says a prayer when we see a car accident.

As he grows and turns into his own person it’s fun to see little personality traits that he’s picked up from Ron and I and those that are all his own.

I really enjoyed 4 years old. This was the year that he really absorbed our family values and beliefs and acted on them. Makes mama proud! We will be having a joint birthday party for the boys on June 12^th. I’ll post pictures soon!