We had a really special weekend last weekend. On August 20th our big girl turned 8. How did 8 years go by so quickly? We had a really fun weekend. I think there were 21 total family members here to help her celebrate her birthday and support her in her decision to be baptized. Many traveled far and we were so grateful to have them here. This was the picture we took of Samantha in her new dress to use on the baptism program. I love it!
This is right before we left for the church. Everyone was so excited!
These 2 goofballs are like 2 peas in a pod. There's just something about a little princess and her daddy. :)
This is everyone in the family who were able to attend. What a nice crew!
We had an incredibly special time at the baptism. After Samantha was baptized just she and I were in the bathroom getting her dried off and dressed and she said to me, "I've been waiting and waiting and it was finally my turn!" She has been waiting...since she is pretty much the youngest of her group of friends and the girl cousins around her age...and it was wonderful to finally see her get to be baptized. Then she asked me if she "went all the way under," and I assured her that she had, otherwise she would have been dunked again! I am so grateful for the gospel of Jesus Christ and all that it brings to our lives. We are truly blessed!
So, to our big girl, wonderful helper, beautiful dancer, sweet sister & daughter, avid reader, outdoors enthusiast, fun & funny kid....Happy 8th Birthday! It was wonderful to celebrate with you!
