These days Aiden........

is all about Lego! Aiden will spend hours each day creating and re-creating projects from Lego. He is not shy about stopping people in public to tell them about his favorite lego creations and he will spend his quiet time studying his "flyers" that come with each purchase. It is amazing to see him follow the directions and put together difficult items all on his own. Recently, a five year old told Aiden that he was going to become bored of Lego when he gets older. He has been terribly upset by this proclamation and insists that he will "never, ever, ever become bored of lego, ever!"

Diggers and all things construction are still on his high list of interests. This summer we are hoping to create an area in the back yard for gravel and old tires and diggers. Aiden wants to constantly discuss my "plans" for this area.

Aiden is a high energy, one volume, full of adventure, boy. He is planning, creating and moving from the time he wakes up, until the time he is in bed. He prides himself on being "tricky" and loves to show off these moves.

His difficulties these days involve "not listening" and time outs are often in order.......even at the park.

Aiden loves crafts, art projects, baking and "learning time".

He can write and illustrate stories with assistance and is learning to read simple words and sight words.

Aiden is a serious, deep thinker. He takes responsibility seriously and thrives on routine and rules. He is quick to point out others that are not following the rules and has a strong sense of justice. Aiden is helpful and loves to be involved in my daily chores. He is responsible for cleaning his room, putting dirty clothes in the wash, setting and clearing the table, preparing simple snacks and helping with his sisters. He takes his role as big brother quite seriously and looks forward to becoming one for the third time.

Aiden is a deep feeler. He can be sensitive and is full of love and snuggles. We love the big, nearly 4 1/2 year old that he has become.