JADYN'S BAPTISM

I'm going to go out of order again. I just don't want to forget the details of this special day. Our baby turned 8 & chose to be baptized. My, how time flies!! It all started with some photo shoots. Erik did one, but her hair was not curled & she did not like that. Our friend Shelley was AWESOME enough to do some pictures of Jay for us. It's always more fun to go with someone as cute as her rather than your own parents! She did an amazing job & even made her announcement for us. THANK YOU again Shelley!!


Then came that special day! She was so ready for this day. She was beaming & beyond excited. She was a little upset that she didn't get to have a baptism all to herself like Kylie did, but she got over it quick. (We just moved into a new ward that does stake baptisms.) After she was baptized I went into the girls room to help her change & get ready. She was standing their saying over & over,

"I'm freezing (with teeth chattering), but I'm happy!
I'm freezing, but I'm happy!"

It was so dang cute! I was able to steal a quick photo of her in the dressing room before we went out. I was able to steal a hug as well & give her the first congrats & squeeze! When we walked out we found Erik in the hallway & took another quick picture.

When we returned into the Relief Society room everyone was gathered waiting for us. The Primary Presidency had passed out paper to everyone & asked people to write down their testimonies for Jay & they put it into a book to give to her on Sunday. What a great idea!! It is definitely something that will be cherished forever!

After Jadyn was confirmed she sat down & they announced the closing song & prayer. Towards the end of the song Jay just curled up next to me & started bawling. My first reaction was, "You've got to be kidding me! Really?!" But, I remained calm ;) & rubbed her cheek. After the closing prayer I asked her why she was crying & her reply was, "I'm just so happy!" How can you get mad at that? Darling little girl just didn't know how to handle all of those emotions.

We had so many loved ones come support her that it's almost overwhelming to think about. We are so blessed with so many wonderful family & friends. We were missing a ton of people, too. After the baptism we went back to our house for dessert. My friend EmmaLee even made a beautiful cake for the occasion. Thanks again Em! We also scheduled Jadyn's piano recital on the same day so that no one would miss it. She did awesome. She's really learning fast!

Thank you to everyone that was able to share this special day with us!!

We love you to Infinity & Beyond Jay!!