Jacob had a rocky beginning...NICU for a week because of low oxygen. While there, they thought something might be wrong with his bowels, so he was hooked up to an IV in his hand or the top of his head, oxygen tubes, and a feeding tube up his nose. Since I couldn't walk, we didn't see each other much that first week. When he was able to join me at home, I couldn't carry him or hold him much...then he starting losing weight (more than the typical newborn weight loss), so we had to feed him every two hours. After that, he was colicky for about five months. WOW!
All that being said, he is one of the happiest, spunkiest, smiley one year olds that I've ever seen. He is SO much fun! We are always talking about how much joy he adds to our lives. When Jacob is in the room, the four of us are smiling with him. When Jacob laughs, you never want him to stop! When he tastes new foods, bobs his head to the music, pulls all the books off the bookshelves, and tries to figure out the musical toys, he is so funny to watch. Even when he wakes up at 5:30 in the morning, you can't help but love this kid!!
For Jacob's birthday, I called around town to find a grocery store that offers a free birthday cake for one-year-olds. After calling about five stores, I lucked out with Albertsons. It was an 8-inch cake that they personalized - it was perfect for our family.
Jacob carefully picked tiny pieces and put them in his mouth. He's usually quite the messy eater, so I was surprised:
This picture cracks me up. "PLEASE don't make me eat anymore!" This was after about four bites. :)
Jacob sporting his new toy walker/bike. Thanks for the recommendations -- he LOVES this and everytime he walks with it, he has a huge grin.
Opening his other gift. After all, how many gifts does a one-year-old need?
Playing with his new musical toy piggy bank. Rob was a little freaked out that I bought our son a bright pink pig to play with, but I have to say this toy has been a hit as well. (I like it too...but shhh...)
Jacob trying to take a first step...he hasn't made it past the one step stage:
We discovered Jacob was afraid of these huge dinosaurs of Robby's...so we put them to good use. Who needs a guard dog?
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JACOB!! WE ARE SO BLESSED TO HAVE YOU!!
What a cute littl boy! I can't imagine all the trials you went through when he was first born. I'm glad everything has worked out and he's a normal healthy boy. i hope you finallt heal soon too. did you figure out what's causing your pain yet? Happy Birthday Jacob!
ReplyDeleteTime flies so quickly with kids! Happy birthday!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Jacob! I wish I would have been around to greet him into the world, but hopefully I'll get a chance to meet him someday!
ReplyDeletethat jacob, what a cutie! It's hard to believe it's been a year. I wish we would be around so that Andrew and Jacob could become little friends!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe he is one! He is looking just like his big brother too. What a cutie. Happy Bday, J!
ReplyDeletewow a year already! Congrats Jacob! How did you know about the free birthday cake thing.. how funny! What cute kids, can't wait to get our kids together some time!
ReplyDeleteThat went by fast! For me anyway :o) He is such a little cutie! Happy birthday!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute happy boy. Your use of Robby's dinosaurs cracks me up. It really made me laugh. Have fur with your cute family.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe he's that old already. Ty will join him in about 2 months. Crazy! We do make it out to seattle every once ina while. We were actually just there last weekend with Randy and Carolyn. Next time we go we'll have to give you a call. I go out there occassionally for Dr. apts with Ty. But yes, we'll have to let you know next time we're out that way.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Jacob. Wow that was fast. What cute pictures. I enjoyed looking at those.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday, Jacob! And congrats to you, Julie, for making it through this tough year. You're amazing.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Jacob!!! My mom bought that pig for Jilly and it is a HIT! Seriously love it and the Cookie Jar that my in laws bought. I get the feeling you and I have the same taste in toys. ;-) Congrats to you and your whole family on having such a special little boy. :-)
ReplyDeleteI can't believe it's been a year! Happy B-Day to Jacob!
ReplyDeleteI'm a little late, but Happy Birthday, Jacob!! Wow. What a happy kid. :)
ReplyDeleteHey Julie,
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute boy you have. His eyes are SOO blue, WOW. I wish that I had a blue eyed child. How are you? Not much goin on here. Just waiting for our man child to be born. Happy Birthday to Jacob!