mmmm....I just went in to check on my sleeping little baby boy.  He is sooooooo sweet!  I stood by his crib for the longest time, my eyes welling up and tears running over.  My love for him is deeper than I ever thought it could be.  Being a mother is the best gift I have ever been given.

Thank you, God, for the gift of your son Jesus. 

Thank you, God, for blessing us with our son, Jacob. 

19 lbs, 1.5 oz  = 75th percentile

27.75 inches = 90th percentile

18 inch head circumference = 90th percentile

Jake can still fit into his infant carseat (yeah!) for another 1.25 inches and 3 lbs.  He did amazing yesterday at his appointment - he didn't even cry for the first shot.  WOW!  By the 2nd and 3rd, he was hysterical, but easily consoled afterward.  Momma didn't even cry this time (and THAT is a feat in itself!  We are growing, Jake!!!!) 

Jake met Santa today.  He was more interested in trying to pull his beard than anything else.  HAHA! 

He loves Christmas tree lights, the Exersaucer, and has a Super Grip when it comes to hair, faces, lips, glasses, and just about anything that comes into his path.  I love to watch him watch everything, and take it all in.  He learns so much every day!

I am still in awe of this tiny little man; my heart grows with love for him with each moment that passes.  And despite all of the dirty diapers and late nights, there is still nothing better in the world than Parenthood!!!