Baby Blessing

Today was Sophia's baby blessing.  It went really well.  I am so grateful to have the priesthood in our home, for a husband that holds the priesthood and can bless our family with the things the Lord has for us.  Tim is so spiritual and wonderful; he got all choked up giving the blessing, which is typical for him.  He thinks it's embarrassing, but I love it!  You can feel the Spirit as he is the mouthpiece for the Lord.

I am also grateful for family and friends.  We had quite a full house after the blessing!  It was wonderful to have so many wonderful people here, helping and visiting.  We love each and every one of our family members and friends!  They are such a great support to us.

I had the opportunity to share my testimony today in Sacrament Meeting, and I'd just like to echo that here.  I know that God lives.  I have every witness that He is, that He loves me, and that He loves each and every one of His children.  I know that He supports me through all of my trials, and He enjoys blessing me and sending happy things to my family.  I know that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is the only true and living gospel on the earth today, and through it we can find true happiness.  I know that the Book of Mormon is a true book.  It has brought me so much guidance, comfort, and joy.  Again, I am thankful for the priesthood and I know that it is the power of God on earth.  I know that the Lord is there for me always, as He is for all of you.  All you have to do is turn to Him.  I know that our trials are meant to strengthen us, and they bring us closer to our Heavenly Father.  I am so grateful for my life and my faith.

And now ... the pictures that you all come to this blog to see!  :)

Proud Mama and Daddy

Great-Grandma and Great-Grandpa Garrett

Grandma and Grandpa Ward

Grandma and Grandpa Brandt

And a couple of pictures of the beautiful blessing gown that my mother sewed for her!  You can't see it in these pictures, but she also made some adorable booties.