Happy Birthday to Mommy

Happy Birthday to me! Yep, today is my 28th birthday. I have to say, it was, hands down, the BEST birthday I've had. Not because of some delicious cake. Not because of the gifts I received today. Not even because I didn't have to cook dinner tonight! But, it was the BEST birthday I've had because Aidan was here to celebrate with me. And, Alex, too. It was so nice to just spend time with Aidan and Alex. Our family. I feel so incredibly blessed. And I know that Michael was with us today, too. He always has a way of making his presence known when he really wants to and today was no exception. I love him for that. He is such a special little boy.

Some highlights from today include lunchtime with Aidan (mmmm.... carrots!). He decided it would be fun to try and feed himself. It was a lot of fun watching him try to find his mouth with the spoon... and then when he DID find his mouth, he jammed the spoon WAY in! Silly boy.

Another highlight from today included watching Aidan and Daddy play together while I ate my lunch. It is such a joy to watch the two of them - there is absolutely NO DOUBT that Aidan loves his Daddy. He gets a look of pure joy when they play together... it's just awesome.

Another highlight from today included receiving a birthday card (and some really nice perfume) from Aidan. Aidan even signed the card himself! Check out his signature:

And, lastly, another highlight was going out to dinner. Alex took me out to the Outback *yummy* for dinner. We had a great evening - Aidan sat in his highchair and played with his toys or chewed on his blanket. He didn't fuss once, which was wonderful. He was too interested in the ceiling fan above us! =)

I'm looking forward to the birthdays to come... but most importantly, to the time I'm able to spend with our family.