Jake at 15 months

He is such a joyful little child. He has a cheerful disposition and infectious smile. He's so great to be around. But for those of you who can't do it, here's some pictures so you can get the idea.
And he's started developing new talents...

He's learning a few words these days. His current vocab: Mama, Dada, hi, banana, cheese, horse, juice, amen, balloon, Jesus, all done, Papa. And he loves animal sounds. My favorite is his bird imitation. While he was stirring one morning, I peeked into his room and saw him laying in his crib and waving his little hands while saying: "teet teeeeet teeet teet" in a sweet high pitched voice.
He still eats many things normal people don't. Dirt, Paint,

Crayons,But he eats regular people food too.
Whatever he eats, he also enjoys rubbing all over his face. His favorite snacks: yogurt, popsicles, watermelon, bananas, avocados, cupcakes, and anything Noah eats...Speaking of Noah, Jake loves him!

Sometimes we give him buzz cuts like Noah,but we're letting him grow it out these days to see what happens. Who knows, longer hair might be more like Jake's style. He is laid back. This is his favorite relaxation position.

He is just the sweetest little thing.

(That's his beloved Esau build-a-bear from Auntie Lars and Uncle Choo Choo.)

Jake has surprised us by becoming a blankie-boy. He just started getting attached to blankets, it's funny, he doesn't seem to mind which blanket you give him, as long as he's got something to hold on to. He hugs each one like its his best friend. I'm lucky to be one of them (best friends, not blankies :)!