I will always remember that special night when we got to meet Aiden and bring him home. I was nervous for two straight days not knowing what the outcome would be. We tried to stay so busy, even though I couldn’t think about anything else. I never thought I would be an adoptive mom, but it has been one of the best things for me. I was once told by a therapist – who was also an adoptive mom (that’s another story…) not to be so territorial. That really hit home for me, because I have always been so territorial. Adoption has helped so much with that. After years of infertility woes, Aiden has been a light at the end of a tunnel.
What a blessing adoption has been in all of our lives. It really is an amazing thing how it all just works out how it’s suppose to. I really feel that Aiden was meant to be in our little family.
Kyle – my home movie master put together this little video of Aiden’s first year (just like he did for Avery’s first year). We shrunk it down as much as we could to post here (from 15 minutes to 5). If 5 is still too long for you, then fast forward to the last 30 seconds to see the little man in(slow-mo)action…He’s Walking!
It’s turning out to be Aiden week here at the no biggie blog… turning one, it’s a big deal. 
*It looks like you have to click over from reader to watch it. Or if it’s not working, you can watch it on facebook, here.
7:40 a.m. and I'm crying…geez! That picture just says it all. I'm so happy for you and Aiden and his birth mother. What an incredible life you all lead.
As tears are streaming down my face, I want to tell you how amazing you both are and what an incredible story you have to share! Aiden is one LUCKY little boy!
Looks like a match made in heaven!! And as a Mom to both bio and adopted kiddos, I agree that it is!! Our children find us!
Happy first birthday little man!
Hooray for adoption!!! I fully believe it is a wonderful thing.
OH my gosh that picture just says it all! So sweet. What a special thing adoption is.
I'm such a lurker, but I wanted to pop in & say that I love reading yer blog, and I think your kids are adorable! Happy birthday Aiden! He's such a cute boy!
My heart stopped when I saw this photograph. Brings back many memories… thank you for sharing this precious precious moment-of-a-life time.
such an amazing shot! and i like everyone else am crying now as well. thanks a lot.
Kami-
What an amazing picture! Thanks for the tears this early
I remember watching you leave your driveway and just praying that everything would go well. It certainly has
wow–first, that photo! oh, my, kami–i guess it's true that a photo says a thousand words? it's beautiful.
secondly, i would watch ALL FIFTEEN MINUTES of any video with your photos and kyle's editing and music. that's a no brainer for mindi. (and also against everything we stand for! ;O so that says alot about you two.)
i'm glad you posted it–i tried to look at it on facebook last night 5 diff times but i couldn't get adobe flash to load or whatever it is. guess i didn't learn so much from my master computer tutorial….yikes.
i heart aiden and you guys so much! happy happy joy joy!
the end to the longest comment in the world.
happy mindi
I think this is my first time commenting, but I've loved your blog for quite awhile, and this post has forced me to come out of lurking. This was absolutely beautiful, and just about moved me to tears as I sit here in the office. Your family is beautiful.
And, as always, thanks for the daily uplift.
I was lucky enough to see the whole 15 minute video and could watch it over and over. Kyle could have a second career! The picture of you and Kyle seeing Aiden for the first time will always be etched in my heart. Our family is so blessed.
I agree with Sarah…totally crying and it is far too early. Definitely wasn't too long. You are an amazing Mommy, and he is too darn cute. Love his little giggle!
perfect. picture.
what an incredible experience!
I've been reading your blog since you posted on "Smitten". Your family is amazingly beautiful. Thanks for sharing that video of Aiden and the pic is priceless. You can see and feel the love. You put a huge smile on my face and tears in my eyes. Kyle did an excellent job with the video. Loved it! Best of luck always with your family and always be blessed! The kids are gorgeous!
i have no words. this is so beautiful! the photos and the video, i am clenching my heart and crying and casey is laughing at me! i love aiden week!
your family is such an inspiration, i love you guys!
That was so fun. It totally made me cry but what else is new? Aiden is so lucky to have you for a Mom, Kyle for a Dad and even little Avery for a big sister. You can tell he isn't short on love:)
the picture alone brought tears to my eyes! you guys are awesome. such a beautiful beautiful family!
That picture is beautiful… Gives me goosebumps. SO happy for you.
I love that picture of you sobbing and holding Aiden for the first time. LOVE IT!
Also, his thighs kill me. So adorably chubby it's crazy.
The emotion on your face says it all. I know exactly how you felt at that moment. Makes me want to cry just thinking about it. Can you believe we both have baby boys just one month apart? We are so blessed! Aiden is just a sweetheart! Happy 1st!
Oh Kami –
What beautiful pictures. I m so happy for you all. What a sweet family you have. He was just the most beautiful baby and is the cutest little guy!
Cute, cute, cute!
XOXO
Jen
My husband and I adopted our first child last June also. This picture made me cry. What a blessing adoption is!
I just came across your blog and love it! 
What a perfect picture at the top. Forever it will bring back the wonderful memories of that day for you guys. I am grateful for your posts about adoption as I have struggled with infertilty myself. I gain strength from reading your blog and look forward to being an adoptive mom! (We are a month into the process!) Congratulations again on your forever family!
-Steffani from San Diego
I had tears of joy thinking of this precious gift Aiden is and what a great life you are giving to him. Our family is so happy that Megan chose you. We know he is in the right family! Thank you for letting us feel apart of his life. I really enjoy looking at your Blog and seeing your life story unfold. John and I and the kids have watched the video over and over again and it gets better every time! Can't help but love your sweet family.
Love,
Carrie
Oh how I love this post.
And that picture.
So happy he is a part of your lives.
Seriously placement is such a heart breaker! It is so bittersweet! Thank goodness for fabulous birth moms!
It is literally impossible for me to look at the photo of you guys seeing him for the first time and not just burst into tears. The looks on (all three of) your faces are just so honest and emotional, it kills me every time! We love little Aiden, and this past year has been awesome with him in our family!
What a great post! He fits into your family just perfectly. What a cute family! I have a SIL who is adopted and she has brought so many blessings to all of us. I'm glad things have worked out so well for you.
Congrats on the walking! I think that baby steps are the cutest things in the world!!
Crazy that it has already been a year!! Look at him walking!!
great video too
My oh my. I will never forget that night and how we all felt such love for Megan and the baby. What a blessing in our lives he has been. Such a boy.
Such a sweet picture. And boy. And family.
Finally! I've been trying to watch this video for a day, and Mike got it going for me. Kyle…great job! I loved it and can't believe he is walking!
Oh. My. GOSH! I cannot believe how freakin darling that video is. You guys are so amazing. What great parents you are to these lucky children. Very sweet post!
That was so sweet. What a great year and a great reminder of how blessed you are. I knew I was in trouble when I teared up just seeing the picture. And you're right, turning one is a BIG deal!
What a love!!! I too could've watched for 15 mins or longer. So sweet.
So….I might be bawling right now. That's the cutest thing. Kyle's a stud for making that video. Too cute! Happy 1 Year!
WOW!! The emotions in that picture… Thanks for sharing such a special moment with us! We are so happy for your cute little family!
The emotion in that picture is so raw and honest and beautiful. Thanks for sharing your heart and your life with us.
Oh Kami, this whole thing made me cry, starting with your picture at the top. Wow, what an emotive photo. I'm so glad someone captured the emotion of that moment for you to have forever. The video was so, so darling, too.
It all makes me question if we'll ever get our light at the end of the infertile tunnel. But I can see from this post that it makes the blessings even sweeter when they finally arrive!
My favorite part is the laughing clips in the middle. your home is a happy one… for him and because of him!
STILL the cutest baby ever!
kami, i love that picture… i start crying every time i look at it. you can see the love in your face, and it's obvious that there is no difference if he is biologically yours or not. he's meant for you and your family.. and he's one lucky little boy.
That was so sweet Kam, that first picture really does say it all!
LOVED every precious SECOND of that video!!
I was crying the minute I saw the top picture on this post… before I even started reading. He is such a precious little guy! *Ü*
pictures are worth a thousand words. i think you captured millions.
Aiden and Avery are so lucky to have amazing parents like you.
thank you for filling my day with happiness!
Love Love Love that photo of you! Happy, sad, excited, all in one shot! It makes me want to cry right along with you! And I too am territorial. I love that you talked about that, what a great thing to learn, I need to hear that. Thank you for sharing this post!
Kami,
That photo of your face just made me burst into tears. So sweet, thank you for sharing.
The picture says it all. Just beautiful…
Your face in that top picture makes me cry each time I look at it. I cry, clean up my tears, look at it and cry again!