We enjoyed a full day of celebrating Jacob's first birthday. It is even better when a birthday falls on the weekend and everyone is home all day to enjoy the special person. Jacob didn't totally understand what was going on but he loved all the attention and the fun balloons. His big sisters were excited enough for everyone though. They are helping him break in the new toys too. He loved the cake but it was not his first taste of a sweet treat because he always wants what everyone else is eating.
Jacob is a fun addition to our family. We love him so much. He loves to make big, noisy, messes!! He always seems to be looking for something to tear apart or throw around. In between those messes though he enjoys a good snuggle with mommy. When we turn on the bath water he stops whatever he is doing, listens, and then crawls really fast to the bathtub. He loves to shake his head no and whenever the dishwasher is open he is ready to help by throwing the plastic plates on the floor. No trashcan is safe on the floor anymore so we have them all on top of something, out of his reach. He stands by himself and walks around the ottoman, holding onto the edge of it but he doesn't seem interested in walking solo yet. He is the first to greet Anna every day when she comes home, standing at the door with his face pushed against the door. Even at his young age he enjoys a good wrestle on the floor. He is all boy but with two older sisters I wouldn't be surprised to find him in a princess dress someday. Happy Birthday my sweet boy!
