My 1st Christmas!!

Today I celebrated my very 1st Christmas. While all of the gifts under the tree were great and all, the best gift I received was sharing the day surrounded by my entire family. Now Santa you really hooked me up this year, but what I enjoyed most was all the joy and love I felt in the celebration of Jesus' birth. There were some who couldn't make it this year, but they were definitely there in spirit. I would like to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas!

Let Me See You 1, 2 Step!

Well, she finally got me guys. My mommy's been trying to capture a video of me pushing my walker for a little while now, and on Tuesday she did. You should have seen her running around trying to get both the digital camera and camcorder to work. It was actually quite funny because the only thing she could find with a fully charged battery was her cell phone. The picture quality isn't the best, but you can still see me doing my thing. Man when I get this down, I don't think I'll start walking; I'll start running on my own first.

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Ho, Ho, Ho? I Don't Think So

After Church on Sunday, my mom decided to take me to see Santa Clause. Of course you know I was looking adorable in my Sunday best, so I guess she figured why not get my picture taken with him. What she didn't know was that I wasn't having that. I can't believe that she sat me in this strange old man's lap and expected me to be cool with it. Come on ma, let the big man and I get acquainted first before you just hand me over to him. Now Santa don't be offended nor let my momentary reaction fool you; make sure to stop by my house FIRST on Christmas Eve.

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Today was my first Thanksgiving. I spent it surrounded by loving family & friends, excellent food, and tons of fun. This Thanksgiving I'm thankful for everything that God has blessed me with, and pray that you are being blessed to.

Trick or Treat .... Nah, I'd Rather Sleep

Well, I tried to Trick Or Treat downtown on yesterday, but it wasn't very successful. I fell asleep less than 5 minutes after being out there. When lil' man (that's me) is tired, I don't care where I am or what everyone else is doing; I am going to get my rest. Halloween or not, I'm out!

Coming Soon To A Mailbox Near You!!

I will be going to take my Christmas Card pictures on Thursday. If we don't already have your mailing address, please be sure to send it to my mommy (via email). Be prepared because in December, you'll get the handsomest Christmas card you'll ever receive. Yall know I'm cute. :-)

Pull Up To My Bumper Baby

Clear your tables ladies and gentlemen, because I'm pulling up on everything. Thank goodness for my muscial activity center. I now pull myself up and make my way around it by holding on to the edges. It's soley because of it that mommy's still able to maintain all the pictures on the coffee and end tables. Don't worry, I'll get them down soon.

My First AU Football Game

Watch me at the AU vs. Arkansas game.
Final Score: Arkansas 27, Auburn 10
The shirt says "Put Me In Coach!"
Guess ole Tommy should have paid attention to it.

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Watch Out Now, I'm Mobile!!!

I think I've got this crawling thing down. I crawl towards my mommy when she comes to pick him up in the afternoons, and when she plays games with me at home. Uh oh, guess it's time for her to start baby proofing things.

A Few Firsts

Today was the first time I got my hair braided. Thanks for making me look so cute Ms. Cynthia!! This too is the first picture I've taken in which I'm fully capable of sitting up on my own. I've actually been doing this for a few weeks, and am ready to start crawling any day. As you can also see, my first tooth is REALLY starting to show now. Look out table food, here I come.

Happy 4th!!

Today I celebrated my first 4th of July by doing some good shopping, eating some fantastic food, and watching some fabulous fireworks ...


Well at least my mommy saw the fireworks. Happy 4th!!

Mattye Would Be So Proud

Today I went to my cousin Aundrea's High School graduation. This was the first time that all of my great-grandmother's grandchildren and great grandchildren were together since I was born.

Jaden's Fight For Healthier Babies

This morning, I participated in the March of Dimes WalkAmerica. WalkAmerica supports research and programs to help prevent or treat premature birth, birth defects, and other threats to babies’ health. This event is usually held towards the end of April each year. For more information on this event and to walk for someone you love, visit the following:

See You Later Mommy, I'm Off To School.

This week was my first week at Daycare. Although my mommy has been back on the job for 8 days now, she still finds it difficult to concentrate on what she's doing while she's at work. I think it's because she misses me sooooo much. I'm just glad that both my "Nanna" and "Auntie" are taking such good care of me.

Look Out World, I'm Here!!

First Name: Jaden		Sex: Male
Middle Name: Matthew		Weight: 8lbs. 3 oz.
Last Name: Echols		Length: 21 inches
Date of Birth: 1/14/06		MD: Kraig Smith
Time of Birth: 9:14 PM
Message From Parent: Proudly introducing one of God's newest, most precious little gifts.