Piano Lessons

Aiden had his first piano lesson yesterday. He was very excited. He has never met a stranger so when we walked in to meet the teacher she asked his name. He said, "My name is Aiden and I am going to take a piano lesson today." She asked him lots of questions getting a general idea of what all he knows, colors, numbers, ABC's, etc. He gladly answered all of her questions and often added to with unnecessary comments. It will be a very slow process, but we are going to try it out. He was excited to tell his Daddy what all he had learned. When she tried to get him to actually play the notes, quarter notes, which get one beat, he just wanted to continue hitting the same key over and over. He also played the piano to his own little tune while he recited his alphebet to her! Keep us in your prayers.

VBS Again

Again, I ran across this video of Aiden at VBS on stage doing the theme song and motions. I thought he was so cute. He loves to sing! Notice the gum chewing action.

Aiden's Mohawk

I ran across this video when I was looking for some other pics. Did not even realize I had it. Anyway, it brought back a lot of memories. I am not sure how old he was, but I think maybe a little less than two or right at it. Thought I would share.

River Rats

We had the advantage of slipping away to the camper at Pickensville for one night (actually to work) a couple of weekends ago. We (me, rick and the kids) went down on Friday afternoon, so we were able to take the kids to the sand bar to swim for an hour or so. It was so nice. We were the only ones in the water. It was so peaceful and the water was perfect. The kids had a blast! Aiden enjoying the nice cool water.

Allee digging in the mud. Surprised it's not in her mouth!

Our float had escaped and daddy and the kids had to go get it. Allee stuck her tongue out instead of "miling" (smiling).

Allee thinks she is a BOY!

Although this picture doesn't do it justice, Allee has shown recent interest in potty training! BUT, not the right way. Every time Aiden needs to go potty, Allee runs with excitement to watch and says, "I tee-tee." Except, she pulls her little shirt up, pokes her belly out and pretends to "tee-tee" like Big Brother! I always sit her on the potty when we get a chance and she "strains" when I do that. I guess she thinks sitting is just for Number 2 like Big Brother. I thought girls were easier! I guess not when they have a different example to follow!

Aiden is a BIG BOY!

We went to the doctor for a well-baby 3 year check up yesterday. Aiden weighed 33 pounds (Allee weighs 25!) and was 38 inches tall! He loves to go see Dr. "Rob". When we got there, the nurse took us into the triage room to weigh him and take vitals. He, of course, was talking her head off. She took his blood pressure and he said, "Man, that is getting really tight." When she went to take his pulse she told him she was going to feel his heart beat in his arm. He quickly corrected her and told her where his heart was. Then he said that he had a big heart (in his chest) and a little heart (in his wrist). He answered all of her questions by himself. When she was finished, she was going to put him in a room and said, "Okay, now you can go play." He said, very boldly for all the other doctors and nurses to hear, "No, I can't go yet. I have to see Dr. Rob." It was just too cute! This picture was taken the other day at our house when I actually felt like cooking supper. Allee was napping and I asked Aiden if he wanted to help. He was so excited. I actually have a video that I will try to post later, so keep checking for updates, even old ones. He washed and peeled the potatoes. I have a pampered chef safety knife and he tried cutting up tomatoes, but that didn't work very well. Either way, he had a blast. He also helped me load the dishwasher! He is just really growing up! Thanks for your help Aiden! Mommy loves you!

Aiden's 1st Wedding

I know it has been a while since I have updated...you know my camera issues. Anyway, Aiden was in a wedding on July 14th. His daddy performed the wedding and Allee and I just observed. I was so proud of him and how handsome he looked. He was so excited. I did not get to attend rehersal because it was our last night of VBS, but he went with his dad. On the big day, he couldn't wait to put on his special suit. It was a long day and I was a little concerned about his sleep patterns because he is cranky if sleepy, but all went well. I could not have asked for him to walk down the aisle any better. He did fumble with the pillow a little during the ceremony, but fortunate for him, daddy is real quick. At the end, he was to walk with the flower girls. They both wanted to hold his hand, but he decided he needed a hand for his pillow, so he proceded to tell the girl (as he thought she was taking his pillow) that it was his pillow and she couldn't have it...yes, in the front of everyone. But at least he whispered! Then, he walked hand in hand with her down the aisle. I just melted.

Aren't my men handsome!!!