Well, I’ve delayed updating this blog long enough I
suppose. Subconsciously I figure if I
don’t write it, then I can stay in denial about no longer having a baby. Aiden is definitely a full blown “toddling” toddler
now.
It feels like this entry will be exactly like Bryce’s 12
month update. I just re-read it and
basically all the same milestones have been reached. For instance, Aiden is walking now…almost
running at times. (Much to Bryce’s
dismay because Aiden gets into so much more, and so much more quickly) It seems like he just figured it out
overnight. One day he was taking
tentative steps and throwing himself into Nana’s arms, and then his tentative
steps just kept going…and going. Oh and
what a climber! We don’t remember Bryce
being so fearless and daring. I suppose
Aiden see’s his brother up on furniture and believes he belongs up there
too. He tries to climb the bunk bed, the
bookcase, the couch…even tried climbing out of the playpen by standing on a toy
train. Eek!
We had an accident this month. The first of many I suppose, and I don’t even
like to think about it because it makes my stomach sick. Aiden, being super mobile these days, likes
to make a break for the bathroom whenever the door is left open. For some strange reason, he LOVES playing in
the toilet water, playing with the lid, playing with the flusher do-dad…and
also loves climbing into my glass shower stall.
It was one of those morning and I had just cracked the door long enough
to grab my toothbrush when he saw his opportunity to get into the
bathroom. At the same time, I was
hurriedly trying to close it without seeing where he had placed his hand and I
shut the door (hinge side) on his pinky finger, just enough to feel resistance,
and more than enough to sever almost completely through the tip above the
nail. Thank God that is all that got
pinched. I totally lost my cool and called
Mom to come watch Bryce, then took Aiden to the E.R. I think had it been Bryce who pinched Aiden I
wouldn’t have been such a mess….but because it was ME...well I couldn't stop crying. :(
They didn’t stitch or glue it…but tried
to steri-strip in closed. That was
pointless, as was the dressing they placed.
It became a daily battle to keep it covered and I usually had to wait
until he fell asleep for a nap to get a bandage back on. He took it like a champ though but will
probably always have a little scar from his Mommy’s carelessness. Now I’m hyper-vigilant. Anytime he’s near a door I say ”watch his fingers!!”
More happily, we celebrated Aiden’s 1st Birthday. I chose a sock monkey theme because they’re
adorable…but it also turned out to be quite appropriate because he is evolving into a mischievous/climbing monkey himself. I think we started planning 6 weeks in
advance, making sock monkeys, and loot bags…all the tags etc. A lot of love went into this party for Aiden.
We had a great turn out mostly family, an old friend of mine with her daughter,
and our Pastor and his family. Sticking
with the monkey theme, mom made peanut butter and banana pinwheel sandwiches
for the kids and also helped me make “monkey tail” turkey/cranberry/cream
cheese roll-ups which are a new favourite.
Then we also had meatballs, a fruit tray, veggie tray, cheese and pickle
trays. But the pièce de résistance was the
custom cake I ordered from Ottawa…which I unfortunately had to pick up a mere 2
hours before the party! I’m not sure what Aiden thought of the whole deal but
I hope he looks at the pictures someday and knows how much he is loved.
Since Aiden is such a clown, always laughing with his mouth
wide open….Nana just happened to catch a glimpse of some shiny new molars. Top two…right on schedule! Now I know why he’s been a little bit miserable/feverish/drooling
the last few days. Perhaps we can
finally try some new foods that require a little more chewing…put those
chompers to work. I just looked back to
Bryce’s blog and read how I was making mini muffin tin lasagna’s and meat
pies….sigh. I’m sorry Aiden. You’re lucky to get a grilled cheese
sandwich. Tomorrow I will make something
for you in a muffin tin! Grilled
cheese? Lol
Aiden’s daycare is all set up to commence Aug 2nd. The facility has been around for a long time,
with a proven track record and came highly recommended…although I didn’t have
much choice as it’s the only one in Perth!! :s
Not a great first impression I must say as the coordinator forgot our
appointment….but none of the kids were sitting in the corner crying and seemed
quite happy to be there. I’m going to try to transition Aiden into the daycare
a couple weeks in advance -dropping him off a couple mornings a week
maybe? I have a feeling that this isn’t
going to be any easier the second time around.
Well as I did with Bryce, I guess this update will be my
last entry for Baby A. It has been no
less magical, awesome, or joyful than the first time…and probably just as
terrifying in different ways. Thanks to
all of you in cyber space (ok probably just Anne, Tracy and Mom) who have shared this
second incredible journey into motherhood with me. I hope Aiden reads this someday and knows
how much we love him, and how he perfectly completes our family. xo
