Why "Jakob"?  Jared and Lyndsey both like the name.  Why the "k"?  "Jacob" is a very popular name, and besides, "Jakob" is the German variant and we wanted to honor his ancestry.

Why "Mitchell"?  Lyndsey's great-grandma's maiden name was DeMitchell, so this is a great way to honor her.

See Jakob's inventory page.

See Jakob's wish list.

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April 15, 2008: Mommy gave me pesto tortellini. Yums! I also got new patio chairs from Grandma Leitzel.

April 16, 2008: My cousin Kayla Elle Smithley was born tonight at 10:57. She weighs 7 lbs, 7 ounces, and is 20 1/4 inches long!

April 17, 2008: I'm just lounging outside, riding my trike to pass the time...

April 27, 2008: Mommy noticed how curly my hair is getting. I'm so cute, I may just pose for you!

I call this one "sweet innocence"

I call this one "desperate despondence"

I call this one "pensive indignation"

April 29, 2008: I learned how to climb the stairs!

May 3, 2008: I like to stand on things that aren't meant for standing

May 23, 2008: I like strawberries - Yummy!

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