Our Big Boy!!!!

Well our big man weighed in at 27lbs 1oz at his 12 month appointment. That puts him in the 95th percentile. Way to go my little chunk-a-munk!

Oregon Coast

This past weekend we had the privilege of joining my family on the Oregon coast down near Tillamook. My parents rented a big cabin for everybody and we were able to all get together for a nice little vacation. We loved being able to relax with all my sisters and brothers play cards until all hours of the night. ;) It turns out that our little man is quite a beach bum. We spent our days running in and out of the surf with him and letting him cram sand into every little roll that he possesses. Every time we ran into the surf he would giggle with delight and when I put him down and helped him walk, the first thing he did was head right for those crashing waves. We're definitely going to have to watch him like a hawk as soon as he figures out this walking thing the next time we're at the beach. We had so much fun and I can't wait until the next time we get the chance to play in the sand. Thank you so much Mom and Dad for the great time and great food. We love you!

Playing in the waves

My sister Dasha and I

My sisters Jackie and Julianne relaxing

My sister Joanna and her dog Lily

She really likes horses.

Crazy boy! That's freezing.

My brothers Josh and Johnny.

Happy Birthday Baby

Exactly one year ago August 13th at 12:08 AM our little man joined our family and has since captured our hearts with every grin and giggle he makes. It's hard to believe that he is already a whole year old and yet at the same time it's hard to remember our family without him. Our little boy who entered this world at a healthy 9lbs 6oz continues to stay big and strong. He now weighs 27lbs 1oz and is the cutest chubby little thing ever. I love every single little roll and those adorable kissable chubby cheeks. Jacob we love you so much. You fill our lives with such joy and laughter. Don't grow too fast our sweet little man!

One Day Old

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One Year Old!

One Year Birthday Party!!!

Where does the time go?!!! My little man is already one year old. Thinking about it too much makes my eyes well up. While I will miss the days of him falling asleep in my arms, taking naps on mommy and daddy's chest, and fitting perfectly in the crook of my arm, I am looking forward to watching him learn and grow. Every day he discovers something new and watching him, for me, is like discovering the world all over again. We celebrated his birthday this past Sunday with so many friends and family. It was wonderful! Mike and I threw the party at my parents house where we could set up two big bounce houses and invited our friends and their growing families. All in all I believe we had a total of 17 kids running around everywhere ranging in age from 9 weeks to 10 years. It was great getting to see everyone and their growing little munchkins. Jacob was greatly spoiled and we have more new toys than we know what to do with. I guess were going to have to expand the play area to our bonus room. Thank you everyone for coming out and playing with us and for all the love you showered on us and Jacob. We love you all!

Jacob's homemade cake

Grandma Hanks, Aunt Theresa and cousins Angelique and Matthew

It's time for cake!

Playing with our friends Sarah and Zachary in the bounce house.

Sarah, Zachary, and little Maggie

Happy Birthday to my sweet little monkey! I love you with all my heart.