Aiden just experienced his first Christmas. Although he received many wonderful gifts from friends and family, he unfortunately was a bit more interested in the wrapping paper than the gifts. Now that the wrapping paper has been discarded though, he is having fun with his new toys. Thanks to everyone for their generosity! For those of you who don't see Aiden very often, here is an update on his latest exploits. He continues to walk everywhere, anytime that he can (still aided by some unsuspecting foil's fingers). He even has a new vehicle that he can walk around in which just may save his parents from a lot of back pain (thanks to the Clarks!!) He spends a great deal of time with his tongue hanging out of his mouth. The cause may be from teething or a stuffy nose but either way, his daddy hopes it is not his only similarity to Michael Jordan. Aiden has taken up the habit of patting or tapping things (OK, actually it is more like banging his hand on things). Sometimes he seems to be getting the feel of the object, sometimes he seems to like the noise he makes and sometimes he seems to be doing it out of frustration. He has also become very vocal lately. He is mostly experimenting with squeals but sometimes he throws in some sounds that almost sound like words. And lastly, his mom wanted to mention his developing personality. He is becoming a strong willed little boy who lets you know in no uncertain terms what he wants and he isn't afraid to pitch a small fit when he doesn't get it! It looks like we're in for years of "fun"! All in all, he is a wonderful baby though and all these qualities (good and not so good) are endearing and make us love him even more. Hope you enjoy these pictures (we have a lot of them this time around) and the quick video.
