BIG family news: Brought to you by Jacob Verhoeven.

Well, looks like we did it again! We were debating whether or not to tell everyone, but couldn't help but spill the beans. It's still very early, so keep us in your prayers.

A Walk Down Memory Lane...

Jacob has been such a joy. I can't believe how far he has come in such a short time. I can still remember the first time we got to see him like it was yesterday. He was only 6 weeks old and the size of a small grain of rice. As small as he was we got to see a really tiny beating heart. It was amazing to me. There was this tiny little miracle growing inside me, it was surreal. 1 year and 8 months later he has sure changed a lot!

I feel so blessed to have been able to be Jacob's mommy. I have got to see this little tiny helpless baby grow into a strong walking, talking, and much more independent little boy. Everyday is something new and exciting for all of us.

He is the funniest little person I have ever met. One smile from him could make a bad day instantly great. A laugh could cure a week.

It has been really hard letting him turn one (like I had a choice, right?). I know looking back I will see just how silly I was being. I look forward to each milestone and watching him grow and learn everyday. I look forward to watching him become the wonderful person I know he is capable of being.

I decided to put together a little timeline of Jacob's life so far. Enjoy!

Jacob's first ultrasound at 14 weeks.

16 weeks-- It's a boy!

Jacob's profile at 18 weeks.

Jacob sucking his thumb at 18 weeks.

Jacob's face at 31 weeks.

Belly at 4 months

Belly at 5 months.

Belly at 6 months.

Belly at 8 months.

Last belly picture. The night before I gave birth to Jacob. 39 1/2 weeks.

Last picture together without a baby!

One week old.

Jacob on his first birthday playing with the tree we planted from a seed the same week he was conceived.