Baptism

The first weekend in January Alex had the opportunity to be baptized. I could hardly believe the day had finally arrived. It seemed as if it were yesterday that I had her as an infant in my arms. I remember thinking what a precious and valiant spirit she was and could hardly believe that I was chosen to be her mother. Now that she is eight she is turning into such a beautiful young lady. She radiated with beauty as she entered the waters of baptism. She was baptized and confirmed by her dad. It was an emotional day for me. I was reflecting on my own baptism and all the blessings and joy I have experience due to that one decision; and realizing that my little girl is growing up and growing up in a blink of an eye. She is such a good girl..obedient, kind, respectful, smart, responsible..I couldn't ask for more. Maybe that's why I get so emotional thinking that she will not be my little girl forever. I want to enjoy every little moment I have with her because I am finding that time passes faster with every year that goes by.

The baptism program was presented by the stake with a talk about baptism and receiving the Holy Ghost and taking on the Savior's name as we do our own. After the confirmation Grandpa Larry gave a talk on the Fourth Article of Faith which is "We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost" and he explained to Alex that these are the steps we take when we decide to commit to living a Christ-like life. Mykee & Alex then sang the song "When I am Baptized", Carter bore his testimony and then Mykee sang "I Know My Father Lives". It was a day that I will always treasure. Thank you to all our family and friends that traveled out that snowy day to take part in a milestone she will always remember. We love you!