Baptized

Aiden was baptized yesterday. It was a very special day. He looked so cute in his baptismial outfit. Everyone that is near and dear to our hearts was there physically and few in spirit that have passed on or had other commitments. Aiden was very sweet when the priest blessed him and held his hands on Aiden's head. He also didn't have any problems when he was being baptized with the water.
We feel very blessed that everyone was able to come and participate. We really love his godparent's and know that they were the right choice for Aiden. They love him and they are both wonderful people. We know that Jesus will greet them at heaven's gate and present them to His Father. How blessed Aiden is.

Tugs

Tugs has conjunctivitis! No biggie! Phew!

My Other Children

Tugs and Tanner are like our other children. The past few days, I have noticed that Tugs' third eyelids (the ones underneath the dogs outer eyelids) are creeping upwards covering his eyes- they are not inflamed. He is going to the vet tomorrow. I really hope it is nothing serious...Cocker Spaniels tend to have eye problems, and it is common for them to go blind.

I just pray he is okay.

Nothing To Do with Baby Today...

As most of you know, I commute daily to work---about 20+ miles each way and take the highway. This morning, after dropping off Aiden, I choose to go back through Saco rather than backtracking to the highway. Well, there is an intersection where you YEILD and merge into the traffic before getting to the road that leads to the highway. Anyways, this "lady" honked and shooed me along with her hands because I wasn't speeding up to YEILD because I saw no point in rushing when there were numerous cars ahead of me and traffic was all backed up. What was the point, right? I HATE it when people are so much in a hurry that common sense is so blocked up there bum that the only thing that can spew out is rudeness and a competitive, I am in a hurry attitude. All I ask is, "WHAT IS THE POINT OF RUSHING WHEN IT WON'T GET YOU ANYWHERE?" Does it make a person feel so good to be able to cut into traffic and get that one car length ahead? Like my girlfriend Cheri says, "You win." Big whoop- all you win is a medal that says, "I am an asshole who likes to rush and put everyone at risk."
And that is another thing- YEILD. Don't most people take a test to get a license? YEILD doesn't mean speed up to cut people off in order to get off the ramp and into ONCOMING traffic.
One more thing while I am on a rant---shopping carts. People can walk all over these huge stores like Home Depot, Lowe's, Wal-Mart, Target and even the grocery stores...and then they can't walk twenty more feet to put the carts away---they would rather have someone elses car get hit with one, but God forbid their own car get hit. Someone's head would be lost if that were to happen.
Jeez people. Why are you such in a rush that you have to be one car length ahead and can't even take the time to put away your shopping carts.

Ode to Daddy

Russ has always been a great husband. I have always felt spoiled by him. He is generous and loving. But now that he is a dad, he has evolved into an even stronger, more passionate person. I have just watched his heart expand as well as the smile on his face. I love him with all of my heart. When he is interacting with Aiden, I see the love pour out of him. Aiden is such a happy boy, and I really believe he takes after his daddy. I am happy that Aiden is like his daddy, and I just hope that he takes on Russ' outlook in life too- with love, happiness and laughter.

I love you, Russ. I am so glad you are Aiden's daddy. Happy Father's Day!

Adjectives

One of the most commonly used words when talking about babies is "fun." Aren't babies so much fun? Isn't it just so fun? What a fun night we had! Oh, you'll have so much fun. It is just so much fun raising a baby. These comments can be both sarcastic and sincere. I remember Russ asking me, "Isn't it going to be so much fun to have a baby?" I looked at him like he was crazy, and asked him, "What is so fun about it?" I wasn't trying to be negative; I just tend to look at the things that need to get done...I am very anal...I saw how I would be up half the night, changing diapers, washing many loads of laundry...you get the idea...

Well, I have been thinking about "FUN." I think people use the word fun because there are so many adjectives to explain being a parent: rewarding, joyful, satisfactary, awesomeness (if that is a word), captivating, exilirating, exhausting, tough, constant, and so much more.

What is your adjective(s) to explain having a baby? I know for me- I can't sum it up with the word fun...but if someone asks me...Yes, it is fun having a baby. Just look at that smile--who can resist it or resist smiling back at that handsome little guy...and if you can, just look at his tummy and see if that doesn't make you smile.

Rolling?

Aiden is starting to roll! We have had him sleeping on a wedge with positioners because he likes to sleep on his side. Well, he has become too big for the wedge, so we have him sleeping on his back in his crib. The past two nights, he has been waking up frequently because he has partially rolled over or can't get comfortable. I can't wait until he can completely roll and isn't scared of it. Maybe scared isn't the right word but you know what I mean.

Remember how I have stated that I love how Aiden gets announced at daycare? The kids say, "Baby Aiden is here!" The picture shows how they all gather around him and get so excited. I just love it!

Aiden broke out in ezcema a few weeks ago---about the same time as I started using Target brand Dreft...so I decided to buy Dreft and see if it makes a difference. Last night we washed all of his clothes---so hopefully that is what started all of it...we shall see.