Why we bought a dog

Aidan's speech blossoming

Today, as clear as day, Aidan said, "I love you Charlie."

Well, the "Charlie" word wasn't very clear, but it was pretty great nonetheless, and the other 3 words were clear as a bell.

I do believe Charlie loves him right back - last night, Charlie the Velcro Dog (always stuck to me) wasn't behind me like I thought. When I went to look for him, I found him asleep beside Aidan's crib (Aidan was also asleep). I'm pleased, Charlie knows who drops the most cheerios :o)

100% Chance of Charlie!

Charlie didn't blink an eye when the masked hero flew to his side. He's calm in the middle of the crazy...and I love that about him. By the way, notice Liam looking lovingly at Charlie. Until recently, Liam has been terrified of dogs (we don't know why).



Kieran is so patient with Charlie - as kind and loving as he is with Aidan. Both bring out the compassionate side of my dear spirited boy.



Charlie was on the rug, but I didn't get him in the shot. Aidan looks pretty fine in my sun hat, and he is pretty darn tickled by Charlie. Luckily Charlie seems to adore him right back (another reason why Charlie seems like the perfect dog for us.)