Can you believe it has been four years??

Today is Aeson's birthday and he has turned four years old.  Part of me can't believe it has been four years, but another part of me feels like his childhood has gone slower than Bryden's.  (So far anyway). 

Four years ago I didn't realize how my world would change so much.  He is my second child, so I knew his birth would be life changing, but you never realize in what ways your precious child is going to change your life.  I remember the day he was born as if it were yesterday.  Once I looked into his eyes I knew that he was going to be something special.  Aeson and I have bonded in a way that I could never have imagined.  You have children and you try to think of all the life lessons that you will instill in them and you never think of the lessons that they will be able to teach you.  Aeson has taught me patience and how to love unconditionally.  He is literally one of the sweetest kids I know and almost always thinks of others before himself.  Today, when I asked him where we should go for his birthday dinner he gave it some thought and said "maybe we should let Bryden decide".  I responded by saying "oh sweet boy..this is YOUR day" and he had a look on his face as if he couldn't even comprehend that it was ok for him think of just himself for once.  He is a giver and a lover.  If you are ever having a bad day all you need is his sweet smile and one of his hugs and everything feels right again.  Aeson is not afraid to tell you how much he loves you and he shows it as well.  He loves kisses and "snuggle time".  Aeson is also quite the charmer, which is a blessing and a curse all at the same time.  He knows how to work it and can usually get what he wants. He climbs in bed with us every single night and while I know that I should put an end to it, I just can't...all because when I ask him why he does this he looks at me with that sweet sweet smile and says simply "Because I just love you so much".  My heart melts every time....

Aeson - you are sweet, loving, considerate, helpful, funny, quirky and just completely adorable.  These are amazing qualities to have and I love every minute of watching you grow.  There hasn't been a single day in the past four years that I haven't appreciated having you as my son.  You have brought me so much happiness and love.  Don't ever forget that "you are the sweetest boy in the world" and that mama loves you more than anything.  Do not let anyone tell you that it is not ok to be "mommy's boy".  I love you more than you know.  Happy Birthday Roo!