Snuggle Buddies

Here is what we found when we checked on the boys tonight:

Mason has been having trouble staying in his own bed lately. It's a good thing Keaton is so patient with him. He is such a great big brother!

It's Great to Be Eight!

Delaney has been eagerly anticipating her eighth birthday, because it would mean that she would get to begin attending activity days, she would get her very own library card, and...she would be able to be baptized, and choose to become an official member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Delaney tried very hard to prepare herself for her baptism by learning all she could about baptism, understanding what her covenants would mean, and learning about the Savior's baptism. I was very proud of the way that she tried to be ready for such an important step in her life.

Delaney's baptism was a special occasion. It took place just one week after her eighth birthday. She was baptized by her daddy, with Grandpa Jon and Grandpa Steve acting as witnesses. She had both sets of grandparents there, two great-grandmothers and one great- grandfather, as well as lots of aunts, uncles, and her immediate family there celebrating with her. We all gathered together for a special dinner at our house afterward.

Immediately following her baptism, Delaney said, with a huge, beaming smile on her face, "I'm so happy!" We're glad she made the decision to be baptized and receive the Gift of the Holy Ghost. I hope she always remembers the special feelings she had today.