Dear Aiden....

Aiden Maddox

Dear Aiden,

I am so bummed that I am not at the hospital meeting you right now. See, your mom and dad moved farrrrrr away from where I live and so now I have to either drive a long ways or hop on an airplane to come see you. I'm planning a trip in January though so you won't have to wait too long to meet me.

Your mommy has been my very best friend since we were in Jr. High. I can't believe that we are grown ups now, with kids of our own. I was with your mommy when she found out that you were in her tummy! She was so excited because she had prayed a long time for you sweet Aiden. Your mommy and daddy are wonderful people; you are so lucky to have been born into their family.

Your big brother Riley may have some reservations about your arrival but don't take it personally. I know you are destined to be best buddies and get into all kinds of trouble together. My little girl Emersyn is excited to meet you too. You will all grow up with lots of fun memories of playing together.

Do me a favor and go easy on your mom, okay? She's pretty tired from carrying you for the last 9+ months and giving birth can be quite tiring too. You were worth it though, I can tell. I just talked to your mama on the phone and she is so in love with you already. :)

I love you and pray that you grow up to be as sweet and healthy of a little man as your big brother.

Love,

Auntie Patti