A baby blessing already!?!

Baby Blessing: DECEMBER 6, 2009
I can't believe it. I've already had a baby blessing for my own child..... what!? How can this be? Where did the time go? What happened to my baby boy who was 5lbs 9 oz. Better yet, what happened to all the nights of continual sleep? All of them are gone and part of the past now. My son will never be a tiny little guy again. He will never wear NB diapers anymore. He has already progressed and made it to size 1 diapers. That may seem like a silly thing to think about, but it's really a big deal. His little bottom is growing.

Sunday ended up being a wonderful day full of family, friends, and happy attitudes. I can't explain how fun it is to get your child ready for an event such as this. It's one thing to get nervous, anxious, or exciting about a piano recital, basketball game, or giving a talk, but it's quite another thing when it's your son's big day. I wanted him to look perfect for his special day. I wanted him to be fully fed and happy when he was brought into the middle of the circle surrounded by men. It felt just like I was going to a dance or something, except I just prepped him up instead of myself. Wyatt got to wear the same outfit my brother, Tanner, wore when he was blessed. The whole outfit was so cute and fit him rather nice. One yellow stain from baby Tanner added a nice touch and later that day, Wyatt decided to add his very own special smear to the outfit as well. He pooped right through his diaper and it got all over the cute little outfit. Oooooops!

The actual blessing was beautiful. Ethan did such a great job and I was so proud of him. As I listened to the words that were spoken I couldn't help but shed my happy tears. I was thinking about my little boy and how special he is; how much he means to me. There's not a better sight in the world than to see the backside of a bunch of men in a circle when they're using their priesthood power to bless a little child. How grateful I am to have a husband, father(in-law), brothers, and family members who hold this priesthood and can use it to bless others at any time. The Lord has blessed his sons with the gift and authority and I'm so glad to be a part of it. Altogether, the blessing was wonderful and the meeting was spiritual. Both Ethan and I were able to share our testimony to our son for the first time. What a wonderful day!

"Did ya see me Mommy....did ya see me today? I was a good boy while Daddy was holding me. There were a lot of big people staring down at me in the circle. I don't know who they were, but I know that they love me. I felt special today Mommy."

Grandpa Hyde holding his newest little grandson's. (Only 6 days apart)
Wyatt & Chase

Thanks to everyone who was able to make it to the blessing, and we appreciate those who tried to come, but had other obligations. We still love you :) The support means the world to us and we really do appreciate it. Family is what it's all about!
Back row, from L to R: Dane, Dayton, Marie, Logan, Ethan & Wyatt, Kevin, Jan, Maddie, Ron & Azeley, Megan, Taylor. Front row: Hannah & Chase, Me and Courtney, Jill.


A special thanks to Mom (Jill) for throwing a delicious lunch before the blessing :) Thanks again to everyone who participated in the circle and for the families that joined. We love you all!