Luke's Baptism and Tag's Blessing Day

What a wonderful day! Today we were able to experience Luke's Baptism and then we came home to have Tag's blessing. I will start with writing about Luke's Baptism. I cannot believe he is old enough to be getting baptized. What a good boy he is! He looked so handsome in his new suit! We arrived at the church at 8:30am and Joey and Luke got dressed in their white clothes. We had two other girls in the ward getting baptized so we split the program up between the families. Luke's Mimi played the piano and Grandma Childs gave the opening prayer. After a few talks it was time to get baptized. Luke was second in the group to go. His GP and Grandpa were witnesses at the font. Joey gave the baptismal prayer including a few tears (love that man!)and baptized Luke. He went all the way under and it was such a perfect moment. One of the kids at the font said "That was awesome!". My feelings exactly. After they got dried off we went back into the chapel for the confirmations. Before they were each confirmed the three new members sang "When I am baptized". Tears filled my eyes as these three clean angels sang that song. I was so proud of Luke for having the courage to sing! So much better than his mom! After the song Luke was confirmed by Joey. What a special blessing. He spoke of how Heavenly Father was so pleased with Luke's decision to be baptized and he was starting down the path of making important covenants. He was told of how he has been blessed with a strong mind and intellect and that he is to use that for good. He was told to be a good example and I know that by making this decision to be baptized he is already doing that! So proud of you Luke!

After the baptism, we all came home to have Tag's blessing. What a special moment. Joey gave him a name and a very sweet blessing. He talked of the blessing it is to have him in our family knowing that he just left the presence of our Heavenly Father. He talked about the importance of Tag serving others and through that he will become more like our Savior. Tag is such a blessing in our family and I feel so lucky to be his mom. Following the blessing we all enjoyed a yummy brunch. Here are some pics from the celebration!

I have such a testimony of the sacredness of this day. I know that Luke has made such a wonderful choice that will effect the path of his eternal life. What blessings this children are to me. They teach me and make me want to be a better person. I love each of my children so much. I will do whatever I need to do to make it possible for us to live together forever as a family.