The Great Outdoors

I took Aidan outdoors yesterday. He's been out several times for walks in the stroller...but he's never been able to get down in the grass. It was so sunny and beautiful. When I held him down and let the grass touch his toes he just kicked his feet back and forth. I'm not sure what he thinks about it. We didn't stay out to long...I was afraid I would burn!!! It's that time of year to buy some sunscreen. Aidan had his 6 month check up and his shots yesterday too. He weights 20 lbs and 13 oz and is 28" tall. He's in the 95% percentile on both. Doctor thinks he's going to be a tall boy!

Hanging with Cousin Tyler

My nephew Tyler stopped by to visit on his way to California. He has joined Americorp and will spend the next six months in the national forest. He will be doing trail maintenance among other task. Aidan and I hung out with him for a few days and then took him to the airport to catch his flight. Here are a few pictures of Aidan and Tyler.

Six Months Old

Aidan can roll over and push himself up on all fours. He isn't quite crawling yet, but he can get around by rolling around and pushing himself backwards. He really would love to be up and going. I am already thinking about getting out the baby gates to block off our stairs. He has very strong legs and loves 'standing up'. I can't imagine the day when he stands up and takes off walking. Here are the latest pictures of him that I had taken on Friday.

St. Patrick's Day

It's hard to believe that last year at this time I was pregnant...and still suffering from morning sickness. It is going to be a much better St. Pat's Day with my little guy here to share it with. He is definitely my lucky charm. He is 5 1/2 months old already! Hard to believe how quickly time has flown by. In the past month we have had a few "firsts". Aidan and I went on a road trip alone. We went down to see Aunt Beth and Uncle Bill. Then the following day we went to Coffeyville to a baby shower for one of my closest and best friends, Karrie. Her little man, Asher, is due on April 12th. Can't wait for out boys to meet. Karrie and I have been friends for over 20 years...it will so great that our sons will be only 6 months apart. I just wish we lived closer together. Aidan did really well in the car for the most part. I don't think he was really thrilled to be back in the car on day two heading to Coffeyville...he cried more then half way there. I had to stop twice to try to get him to calm down. It was great getting out to visit, but it was great to be back home too. Aidan has also started on baby food. He is eating the basics...rice and oatmeal and several different fruits and vegetables. So far he seems to like them all except for squash and he makes a sour face when he eats peaches. I think they must be pretty tart!

He is fast at grabbing stuff and has mom on her toes. He reached out for Daddy to hold him tonight for the first time...it was really cute. Damian was out of town for several days on a business trip and I think Aidan missed his Daddy!!

Here are a couple of photos of him. His eyes aren't as blue as they once were. They have turned into a blue green. The picture in his St. Patty's Day shirt was taken on his 5 month B-day and the other one taken yesterday in his brand new toy...the Jumperoo. He LOVES jumping!!! It is insanely big and our living room is starting to look like Toys R Us!! What's a mom to do but give him everything he wants!!

Happy Valentine's Day

Aidan found his feet! He likes laying on his back and holding them! It's pretty cute. He turned four months old on the 8th. I took pictures of him in his Valentine's Day outfit.

He learned to roll over on the 7th...but only did it one time. Then on the 12th he decided he wanted to just keep on rolling. He only rolls from back to front and always rolls to the left. It's a fun new game....he rolls over, I flip him back and he rolls over again. Here is a picture of him after he rolled over and was watching TV.


He also is learning how to blow bubbles. It is more like spitting! Kind of funny and really wet and slobbery. Here is a picture of him 'blowing bubbles' wearing his cool new sun glasses. They remind me of cycling glasses...just trying to get him use to it.
Yesterday he got to see and touch a kitty for the first time. I think he liked it.
Hope everyone has a wonderful Valentine's Day that is filled with love!!

Aidan and I were just taking a few pictures today. Here is Aidan hanging out on his Dad's baby blanket.

Rice Cereal

Aidan went to his four month appointment on Thursday. He is 26" tall...making him 2 foot 2 inches. So cute to think he'll probably grow another 4 feet in the next 18 years! WOW! He is in the 90th percentile for height. Here's a shocker...he is SEVENTEEN POUNDS!! He is off the chart! The doctor said that he'll slim down when he starts getting a little more mobile in about 2 months. He got the go ahead to start trying out some cereals.