Aedan's First Haircut

Last night, Aedan got his first haircut! Francie, our hairdresser, tried having him sit by himself on the chair, but he would not have that!!! He also would not allow her to place a hair-cutting cape around his cute little neck. The antidote to both issues? Mommy's lap!!! He passed with flying colors, leaving the salon looking like a star!!!
His birthday party is this Sunday, and he and his siblings are looking forward to it.

No Teeth Yet, But Almost Walking...

Baby Aedan has been teething now for months but has no teeth yet. We think they will pop out soon, though!!!
He is just about to walk on his own, thanks to PLENTY of practice with his big brother, Elijah. This evening Aedan was pushing around Callan's new baby stroller, using it as a walker. His balance and strength were both intact, and we can tell that he'll be walking on his own very, very soon!!!
We cannot believe he will be ONE year old in less than a month!!!
Aedan brings a multitude of joy to each of our lives with the endless curiosity shining in his big, blue eyes.

Clap, Clap, Clap Your Hands!

This past Monday, our "little man" (aka. Aedan) learned to clap his hands. His big brother taught him to do this, and both boys are as proud as can be! Aedan has continued to utilize his newfound skill over the past couple of days, and we are delighted to watch him. He looked so proud Tuesday morning when he "re-discovered" his latest achievement!

Look Out!!

Our littlest angel, Aedan, is on the go these days!!! He is at the stage where your eyes literally cannot move off of him for even one second, or he disappears...completely. He is such a fast crawler and definitely ready to walk. As soon as he gets his balance under control, he will be off and walking on two feet!!! His big brother and sister can't wait!! (And neither can Mommy or Daddy, of course!)

Climb, Climb, Climb

Our little baby, Aedan, made his first true attempt last night at stair climbing!! With Daddy's help and careful eye, he managed to get up a stair or two!!!
We were so proud of him, but not half as proud as his loving big brother, Elijah!!!! Elijah was thrilled beyond measure and cheered his baby brother on with much fanfare.
Elijah loves his little brother more than any older brother has loved a younger sibling...ever!!!!!! Aedan is the center of his world - it is very sweet to watch the two of them interact.

Baby Aedan

I am on borrowed time at the moment, so this will be a quick update!!! I just had to share it!!
Our little 8-month-old baby, Aedan, had pulled himself up to standing in his crib for the first time this morning!! I went in his room to get him up, and I was greeted with his sweet face smiling at me over the crib railing - what joy!!! He smiled and cooed at me - he was so proud of himself!!!
I cannot express in words how blessed I am...I can only thank God.