12 Months Old

Oh my goodness.  That's all I can say.  A whole year has gone by since Jack made his entrance into the world.  Here's what Jack is up to at 1-year old:

*He has 7 teeth, 4 on the bottom and 3 on the top, with another one on the top very close behind.

*He is such a smiley guy.  He just loves life and takes everything in stride.

*Most mornings, he greets me with "da da da." 

*He has stood on his own for a few seconds on a few different occasions. 

*He cruises the furniture without a problem.

*His favorite game is pulling anything over his head and playing peak-a-boo.  He thinks he's so funny.  He's also loves to roll the ball back and forth.  He's actually quite good.

*He continues to empty the kitchen and bathroom drawers.  He's also discovered how much fun it is to unroll the toilet paper. 

*He is between 12 month and 18 month clothes and wears a size 3 shoe.

*He wakes up around 7:30, takes 2 naps, and goes to bed between 7 and 8.

*He gives baby hugs by tucking his chin to his chest, pulling his arms up and leaning in to put his head on your shoulder.  Melts my heart!

*He LOVES food!  He is never more vocal than at meal time.  He makes sure to let us know that he needs food!  He eats most everything that we eat.  We introduced whole milk in a sippy cup and even some peanut butter.  He loves them both.  He is now down to one bottle a day, right before bed.

His first birthday "gift."

I pulled this toy of Hannah's out of the basement today, and he loves it!

The last 12 months have been a whirlwind, but we have enjoyed every moment. Jack brings our family so much joy. God has given us a precious gift. We truly cherish this little guy and are excited to continue to watch him grow.  Happy birthday sweet boy!

(For some cake smashing, check this out:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfBIDbGATIA )