Thanksgiving 2011

As always, I'm once again delinquent posting things to the blog.  Maybe my New Year's resolution should be to actually post things when things occur instead of waiting weeks later.  But until then... here are some pics from Thanksgiving at the Le household.  Thanks to Ms. Dani and her shop Sew Sweet Boutique for Aiden's handsome turkey shirt!  

Fall Goodies

Well, Aiden is changing about as fast as the leaves on the trees!  We've gone from just laying around staring at things to army crawling, sitting on our own, sitting in a high chair for meals (thank goodness), and eating all sorts of yummy foods (still mashed up and messy, we're working on puffs and a sippy cup now).  Here are some stats of our growing boy...

Height: 27.5 in.

Weight: 16 lbs. 4.5 oz.

Sleeping: 1-2 hour morning nap, 1 hour afternoon nap, bedtime 7-7:30 PM - 7 AM, about every 5-7 days waking up around 3 just to see if mommy and daddy will play

Favorite things: dogs, funny noises, daddy, jump-a-roo, walks in the stroller, looking at the leaves, eating

Favorite foods: pears, apples, bananas, squash, sweet peas

Still hating the car seat...

I have also recently decreased my hours at work and will be working 2 1/2 days/week.  The distance from Smithfield to Raleigh cut into quality time, so this is definitely going to be great for me and Aiden.  Hey, Albert may even get a decent meal out of this!  

Mush Monster

We are now delving into the world of rice cereal and pureed foods, and boy, is this an adventure....  Thank goodness for bibs!   Now, you're seeing the glories of rice cereal, but we have also moved on to bananas, apples, peaches, and avocados.  So far, Aiden has enjoyed everything!

Around Aiden's 4 month mark, we also had the opportunity to head to Charlotte for a photo shoot with our wedding photographers, Kristin and Aaron Byrum.  Love these guys!  Aiden was great during the photo shoot, but the drive home was a bit of a mess.  No day trips for awhile.

100 Days Come and Gone!

Since going back to work, it's been a bit difficult for me to find time to sit and update our blog.  So sorry for those few people who do keep up with us through the blog.  I don't make any promises, but hopefully, once I get more settled into being a working mom, I'll be able to keep this current.

So, my chiropractor described mommyhood as ...  "the best, hardest job ever."  After going back to work, I would say that is absolutely true!  Every new milestone is so rewarding and makes up for the late nights, tears (from both Aiden, myself, and secretly Albert as well), and frustration (once again, from all parties).  

Recently, we celebrated Aiden's 100th day birthday, a Korean tradition.  The family gathered at the Minn residence, ate delicious Korean food, and yapped away, mostly about Little Minn.  

All legs with a side of cheeks

Beach Trippin'

Well, my maternity leave is coming to a close, and what better way to relax and spend time with Little Minn than to head to the beach!  As everyone knows, Albert and I love the coast, so here is our first attempt at brainwashing Aiden into loving the beach.  We headed to Rodanthe at the Outer Banks with grandpa, grandma, and dogs in tow.  Aiden didn't get to spend too much time outside due to the smoke warnings, but there wasn't much he was going to do at this age anyway.  He was content just hanging out in the house and staring at his toy.  Well, I think we accomplished our mission... he LOVED the beach!

Lovin' the ocean breeze

Aiden's Dog

Grandpa Comes to Visit

Albert comes from an international family with his sister living in Switzerland and parents in Korea, so we were very excited for his dad to come to the USA and meet his first grandchild.  We have been very lucky to have his mom in town since April.  Now, we just need to make plans for Aiden to meet his auntie!  

As soon as grandpa arrived in Raleigh, he made a visit that evening to meet Aiden.  I think someone is smitten! 

Happy Father's Day!

What a lucky boy to have such a wonderful father and grandfather!  We celebrated Father's Day at one of our favorite brunch places (mostly because it's crowded and loud) over at Cheesecake Factory.  Aiden did a wonderful job of being on his best behavior and letting daddy enjoy his humongous burrito.   Happy Father's Day, Daddy!  We love you!

Aiden also turned 2 months old on Father's Day.  He's really starting to get the hang of sleeping, though naps have been a bit of an issue.  Morning naps are starting to develop, but afternoon naps are definitely a struggle.  Apparently, Aiden hates to sleep in the afternoon.  I can't blame him!  There's so much stuff going on and so many things to look at... I wouldn't want to miss out either!  He's now weighing 12 lbs. and is 24" long.  Our arms are definitely getting a workout, though there's not much to show for it.  The best part about 2 months is Aiden has started cooing and smiling.  We really have to put on a show to bring it out, but it is well worth it!  Can't wait to see what 3 months has in store for us!

Aiden NOT sleeping