my baby's baptism day

Debbie's special day began with time with her grandparents and a special gift of a really soft blanket (comforter - reminder of one of the blessings of the Holy Ghost)

 Glad to have some special cousins to share this day

 Debbie was baptized by her father and confirmed by her Grandpa Peterson.

 We just had to hold her while we still can, she is growing up so fast and wonderfully.

 We actually had lots of great support.  I have noticed that sometimes for these younger kids schedules get too busy for family to participate.  I sure appreciate all those who were able to be there and testify of the importance of this sacred first ordinance and covenant.

I want Debbie to always know that I, too, am grateful for the opportunity to be baptized a member of Christ's true church on the earth, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and to have received the gift of the Holy Ghost.  I am grateful for the power of the atonement that makes forgiveness possible for the many mistakes I make and enables me to forgive others and to move forward in doing good in this world.  I know it is by the power of the atonement through the Holy Ghost that I am able to help in building the Kingdom of God, to raise a family up to God, to love and reach out and assist in the rescuing of Heavenly Father's children and to share in the work of feeding His sheep.  His plan of happiness brings me joy every day.  I am so grateful to have the role of wife and mother and to share this earth experience with the very best people and I get to call them family.

Grateful:

672 at 8 years old a child is capable of choosing between right and wrong, listening to the whisperings of the Spirit and growing in testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

673 for my neighbor who came and took pictures for us for Debbie's special day

674 My own testimony of my Savior Jesus Christ and his atoning sacrifice for me.