Jacob's 1st Birthday

Jacob had so much fun the day of his 1st birthday party. We didn't do any big parties this year, so it was just our little family, some cake & presents. (I even re-used the decorations from Andrew's 1st birthday! Shhh...) Jacob loved the balloons, but he kept popping them-- didn't scare him, just confused him as to what happened.

I thought his cupcake-cake turned out amazing! I made it from a bunch of cupcakes frosted together into the shape of a one.

He probably had no clue what was going on, except for that he was the center of attention, and he likes that!

He was a little unsure about everyone singing the birthday song to him!

And really had no idea what to do with the flame on his cake. But Daddy helped blow it out.

And then he knew exactly what to do. He immediately dove in with his little hand. And tore it up.

And he "cheesed" again and again as his brother and sisters cheered him on!

After a little cleaning up, it was time for gifts. He still didn't really know what to do, but he was pretty relaxed and seemed to be enjoying himself!

 Well, for the most part... He wasn't too sure of the present bigger than himself.

Another present was finally finishing the wooden letters for his name on the wall above his bed. We have done this for every one of the kids. The others we finished before they were born. Jacob's took a little longer. :)

After presents it was time to play! He really loves "vrooming" his trucks, just like his big brother. He can even make car noises as he pushes them around. The fire truck wasn't a new toy, but it seemed to be his favorite for the day!