Well, it finally arrived! Jake was baptized on Saturday. It was quite the special day. We have tried to prepare for it as much as possible, but it feels like it still snuck up on us.
We we were up bright and early. All the kids including Paige were up at 6:30 am. The boys were so excited their cousins were here they were up almost before the sun. We got ready and headed to the church. They have been re carpeting so it was a little messy. Adam and Jake got dressed in their jumpers. They went to peak in at the font and Jake got a little anxious and wanted to feel the water and got his jumper wet. I went and had a prayer meeting with the speakers participating in the baptism, and the boys had their own for the fathers and boys.
We had quite the turn out. Most of Adam's family was there and we had support from some close friends as well. As each family showed up I could see Jake's face lighting up. He wanted to greet everyone as they arrived. Having so many people come to support him made him feel so special and loved. Thank you for making the time everyone! We had an open house after and spent time with our family and friends. Jake had a soccer game later in the day. They played the toughest team in the league and tied one to one. We were very pleased. Later that night we headed to Bo's basketball game. Talent for sports sure runs in the family! We had a very full day.
In Fast and Testimony meeting today Adam got up first thing and shared his gratitude for having the Priesthood and having the opportunity to bless Paige and Baptize and Confirm Jake. Jake had been looking forward to getting to sit on the stand today. He jumped up and shared his testimony. It was the first time he has done that...he got very emotional and looked and like he was going to lose his breakfast. It was pretty cute!
I just wanted to say Thanks again for all the support and love. We appreciate you all so much. You helped make this a special day for Jake and our family. We feel very blessed to have the friends and family that we have. It was so good especially to see Melissa, Kyle and Kade, we love and miss you already!
Jake, Brysen and Kyle goofing off before having to get ready.
Brysen, Kade and Kyle waiting for the baptism to start.
Jake and Dad
Sinave - 15 months
12 years ago
4 comments:
We are so sad that we missed this big day for your family, and for Jake! I know my baptism was so amazing and I'll never forget it. Your family has always been so supportive of us. We are so excited for him. We hope you know that you are a great family and great friends to us. Tell Jake Congrats! We hope to see you soon!
Glad to hear that Jake had a good day. Wish we could have been there to celebrate with you guys.
I feel so bad we couldnt make it. The picture of Jake and Adam is so cute, got tears in my eyes! Someones Birthday is tomorrow! See ya then!
We are so glad that we could share this special day with you guys. Thanks for inviting us! We love you!
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