Jake had his first big family gathering over Thanksgiving with members from both sides of the family in attendance.

It was great to see everyone and we're so happy we could host this year. The kitchen talent in our family is astounding!

Things are going as smoothly as ever. Jake is a bit over 10lbs now and still eating well. He's started giving us multiple awake/smiling times during the day which is great to see. I think these baby things are designed with time-release cuteness to keep your morale up. Next up: prompted noises!

It's amazing to me, as a new dad, how much personality exists at this age. His face, while not completely under his control, is so full of expression. I will make any sound, facial expression, or complex hand/head movement to get even the smallest of smiles out of him. Every time he smiles I realize that no matter what I do or say or accomplish in my life I will never be better than I am right now. The type of love you're capable of as a father is both inimitably precious and absolutely limitless.