In our church babies are not baptized, but given a name and a blessing, which essentially puts their names on the records of the church and formally introduces the child to the congregation. This past Sunday Nate asked 10 men from our current congregation (known in Mormon parlance as a ward) to assist him in the event.
When Ruby was blessed we were lucky enough to live near long time friends. This time, far away from family and friends, we were lucky enough to realize how many great friends we have been able to make in our short time here.
A few family shots
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Excellent choice on the blessing outfit, really adorable. And Ruby's smocked dress, oh it is just more than I can bear.
I love Friends, but I don't know the episode names so I am stumped - and embarrassed to admit as much.
How goes the moving prep?
Perhaps I am the one who should be embarrassed-- "The One With the Princess Leia Fantasy" is the answer we are looking for.
I am currently obsessed with smocking, and since it isn't really age appropriate for someone in there 30s, Ruby gets to wear it as often as I deem necessary.
Moving prep...I can't deal. I don't want to move. I am at home. I have a beautiful apartment. I love my friends here. I love the lifestyle. I love this city. I can't deal with the idea of returning to the beltway mentality I so willingly abandoned 2 years ago. Plus, our 10 mos temporary housing just informed us that there is no washer and dryer in the facility. I went to college so I could always have a washer and dryer! But I am not complaining :)
just awesome!!!! i love these pics!!
p.s. you two need to start specifying who is speaking b/c it gets a little confusing at times! :)
Beautiful kids! Love the blessing outfit, and I agree with Linsey about the smocked dress -- darling. While we understand the trauma of leaving Paris (who would want to leave?! the crepes alone are reason to stay), we're excited to have you back in DC for a bit.
Beautiful kids! Love the blessing outfit, and I agree with Linsey about the smocked dress -- darling. While we understand the trauma of leaving Paris (who would want to leave?! the crepes alone are reason to stay), we're excited to have you back in DC for a bit.
It's funny how different Utah is from the rest of the church. My new nephew was blessed this Sunday, but they performed the blessing in my parent's home. In my sister's ward, the Bishop asked the families to bless their babies in their homes because 40 or so family members show up and displaces ward members into the foyer (even though the building my sister's ward is in is brand new building, it is too small for their ward).
Cute kids!
Cute! Cute! And more cute!
SO CUTE!!!
Makes me want to have kids... almost...
I love the one at the top of Gavin grinning - they are so darling - I can't wait to see them!
Great smiley picture Gavin. I like you already.
Gavin is such a cutie. And Ruby too of course. It's fun to see the pic of all the men in the circle. But I must ask, what is up with John's hair? I think when we were looking at some pics Renee sent us Noelle mistook him for Jesus.
Where did you find the knitted jumper in white!?! Love it! Where are you moving to next, by the way? With the increased airfare I probably won't be able to visit you. ;) Your kids are so completely adorable.
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