Perfect Child

Sunday I took Aiden on a little adventure with me to the bookstore. He got to play with the trains and lego tables while Mommy checked out some new books. He was perfect told me every time he needed to go potty (always worry about that on long trips out). I found the best book for Brody (Mommy and Daddy) to give Aiden at the hospital. I'm a Big Brother by Ronnie Randall. It was SOOO cute! It's about how a little boy wants to play with his little brother but his little brother wasn't big enough. Then about how his little brother starts to play aka take his trains and the older brother is upset. Then ends with teaching the older brother how he can play with his little brother. Things that I know Aiden will go through. Wes loved it too! Go Mommy!

After the bookstore I had to go pick up Murph some dog food and a few organizing items at Target. Something I rarely do with Aiden because either A. he's wild wanting to run all over the store or B. grabbing everything off the shelf. So I was dreading it, but HAD to go. Murph ran out of food last night....so we pull up. I tell Aiden firmly if you get out of my sight you're butt is back in the cart no questions. If you leave the isle we are on, you're butt is back in the cart no questions. "Yes Momma." And wouldn't you know it he was PERFECT! Didn't even try to grab stuff at the register....seriously hate that stuff. I think they do it to torture Mommies. I was so thankful because Brody was a moving machine today and very low, so my pelvic area was throbbing. So much I made Aiden climb in his car seat, I could barely pick him up.

So when we got home, Daddy took over and we all ate lunch watching Pocahontas. Been forever since I've seen that....did you know Mel Gibson is the voice of John Smith?!?! After lunch we moved to the couches. Aiden wanted to sit in-between my legs, so I ask him if he wanted a pillow his response....."No momma I've got Brody." hahahaha well yes you do. hahaha wow! Things he says.
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Monday me and Aiden woke up bright and early and proceeded with our day. Which started off with a bath since we didn't take one the night before. He loves to go "swimming" and hunts for the bar of soap in the water.

Next while Daddy was at work we headed to the Zoo. Aiden was SOOOO excited the whole ride to see the "Ani-malls". I told him like the day before, "if you don't listen to Mommy or try to run far away no matter where we are, how long we've been there we will turn back around and go back home. So you have to be good or no animals." And I meant it. Since I was alone and knew it was going to be hot the last thing I wanted to do was overstretch my limit (woke up with Brody really low and just a pushing on my pelvic bone again).

First stop Cat Country. Aiden loves this exhibit and making Tiger sounds. I let him out of the stroller for a closer look and his little mind was just a working. "Momma whats that." "Momma where did it go" "Momma he's napping." Then we started to walk to the next cat, without me saying a word he grabbed onto the stroller and waved saying "Bye! Bye Tiger!" It was the cutest thing ever. He proceeded to do that every time. (Who is this kid?! 2 days in a row of a perfect child with no whining or pouting?!?! Who are you?!?! lol)

The best good-byes were....Prairie Dogs= "Bye Dogs! Bye!" Cheetah= "Bye Cheetos!" hahaha Cheetos?!

After the cats we went to go ride on a few rides before hopping on the train. I was beginning to get parched so I asked him if he wanted an Icee. "YEAH!!!" Thanks to our souvenir cups it was only $4 to fill both our drinks. By this point we skipped over the birds (not a fan of birds) and headed over to the Farm. I was beginning to get tired, so luckily this part has benches all around so Aiden could wander in the barns and pins by himself but I could still see him. Did I mention it was hot?! And about this time he slipped on a muddy spot getting all dirty, so it was the perfect time to rest, change clothes, and eat lunch. We had already been there for 2 hours. Thank goodness they have buildings where you can eat that are AIR CONDITIONED! Lifesavers!! We barely made a dent in all the exhibits. lol

After we nibbled a little bit it was time to head home, but since I knew we wouldn't be at the fundraiser next weekend and Aiden was being so good we stopped by the Gift Shop. Something we never do. I was looking at the stuffed animals for Brody and told Aiden he could pick out 1 thing. What does he bring me? A 99 cent bag of gummy worms. (I was worried after I said my statement he would pick out something that was like 20 bucks. lol) As I'm driving I'm talking to Aiden, asking what animal did he like the most, if he had fun, etc....no responses. I turn around and see this....

Yup I think it was safe to say he had fun. When we got home Daddy was coming home himself and all 3 of us took an afternoon nap. We had a fun, packed, exhausting weekend. Thank goodness this is a short week.

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Aiden amazes us every single day! To see how much he's developed in the past 3-4 months is SO impressive. I won't lie I was a little worried, because yes I was doing what they say not to do by comparing him to other kids his age. Mainly about his speech. It was behind, saying very few words and no double+ words. But this summer it's like a light bulb went off and he talks SO much now! He picks up things so fast night.

Literally last night he read me the entire Brown Bear, Brown Bear book all by himself with no help. Every single word!! Then once he was finished I got Wes to come in his room and flipped to a random page and asked him to read to Daddy. Again perfect! It made us both so so happy and he was happy too!

Since he is understanding more, I'm noticing less pouts/meltdowns. But don't get me wrong they are still there! haha Like this morning. He got it in his head that he wanted a Popsicle?! I quickly reminded him when have you ever had a Popsicle for breakfast, that's right NEVER! They are for after school and only if you listen to your teacher and be good. Pout Pout Okay Momma. (He must have been dreaming of pops)
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Look what came in the mail yesterday!! I showed it to Aiden..."That's mine?! Yeah!!"

Organization 3

Project 3 Aiden's room and closet.

Before
His room isn't too bad. It's mainly his closet.

After

The room. Just reorganized his books. Removed the activity table (baby toy). His red chair cover is in the wash so that's why you don't see it now.

The big change the closet! First I removed all 2T clothes. Sniff Sniff! Growing up too fast! You might be wondering why I have a million hangers...lol well I air dry all of Aiden's clothes so I need extra for the shorts/pants/pjs in his chest.

Purchased one of those white cubical units from Target (I got it for $34 since they were having sales since the back-to-school rush is over). Since both boys will eventually be in here each will have 3 bins (different colors), but right now we just have Aiden's which stores shoes, wipes, pull ups.

End result I'm really happy!! Looking in his closet it doesn't feel like a bomb went off. Now to only figure out what to do with all that dead space...suggestions?! I didn't even touch the dead space because I have no idea what to do there....

Surprised

I have the best family! Totally surprised me with a baby shower for Brody. I thought we were just coming over for a football birthday celebration for Steve and Wes but they threw in Brody too. So sweet! Everyone was suppose to bring something Bama (me) or Jacksonville Jaguar (Wes) for Brody. Don't worry Daddy wasn't left out. He got himself a new Bama tshirt and hat, and a fancy Jacksonville jersey and hat. He is ready for Saturdays and Sundays now! Just need to get Aiden a Jaguar shirt now.

I started out the day by dropping Aiden off at Gabby and Grande's so I could go pamper myself. Got my toes and nails done. O.M.G! The BEST pedicure in my entire life! Have you had anyone put this wax stuff on your feet?! I hadn't before today and I was in heaven!! I walked out of there an hour later totally refreshed. In total game day spirit I got my toes a silver/gray and fingers a maroon color. Roll Tide!

Then me and Wes headed over to his parents for the party when I saw the CUTE diaper cake Mary made I was like ehh why is there a diaper cake for Wes and Steve?! lol Surprise! lol Very thoughtful and unexpected. Brody is one blessed boy. Just can't wait for him to get here!!

He got several ADORABLE outfits! Wes' crafty mom made the cutest football onesie and Bama owl! She even replaced the blanket on the lamb to be houndstooth with a crimson cross on it for Meemaw. I can already see Aiden dominating over that football. lol That boy and his balls. I adore the houndstooth cooler bag too. It will be good for family outings! RTR!!

One of Wes' aunt made 2 large hooded towels, which is awesome and def needed (she read my mind)! The ones we got from Aiden's shower (store bought) are so small...and everyone knows we are a big headed and big baby family. lol And we def appreciate all the diapers and wipes!! Like I said before one blessed boy and one blessed family! Love them all for thinking of us! Couldn't have been a more perfect day. Now for 2 more days of relaxation with my favorite guys in the whole world!

We came home before the Bama game because Aiden didn't have a nap and was becoming very clumsy and tired. So we got him to bed then sat down to watch the game.....and tornado warning! STORM STORM STORM cable flickering STORM STORM! NOOOOOOOOOOOO! It finally came back on when we were up 14-0. I was going to be seriously upset if we couldn't watch it considering we were outside all day.
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I finished painting the tree limbs last night. Just need to add the coat of poly and you can mark that project done! What do you think....close to the inspiration? I wanted more of the wood to show through, so I didn't paint on as many rings.