Baptism and Blessing

Yesterday was Jacob’s eighth birthday.  In the morning, LaMonte left at 4am to pick up David and Rebecca from EFY in Independence.  He called me at 5 because he had a flat tire.  I went to get him but the kids ended up getting a ride home from a family that lives close to the home we will be buying.  We came home and made a cake for Jacob.  Then we went to a Pioneer Day activity with the new Stake we will be in. It was amazing!  We sat in the very front to listen to the Hughes brothers perform.

Their concert was incredible!  They performed many of the songs they sing in Branson!  It felt like such a miracle to give this opportunity to my kids—especially on Jacob’s birthday!!!  After the concert they had face painting and games for the kids.

That evening we went to the church for Jacob’s baptism!  He was so excited...and prepared.  He was really excited about his new scriptures.  





We were blessed to have lots of family attend his baptism!  What a special birthday!  



Jacob wanted a peach cake for his birthday...so it would be part healthy.

Grandma and Grandpa Yorke gave him a beautiful picture of the Savior.

They had gifts for everyone else as well!!!








After church today, LaMonte’s Dad gave David his Patriarchal blessing.  What an incredible experience that was!  It was like a small window that opened to give you a glimpse of who your child really is.  I felt humbled and grateful to be his mother!  What a full and wonderful weekend!