First up, Palmer was baptised!
We had so much fun watching how excited Palmer was. For a while he couldn't decide where he wanted to be baptised. Kansas, Utah?; We had several chats about it, letting him know what the pros and cons were for each decision, then let him choose. I was a little surprised when he finally chose to be baptised in Kansas, but I am glad he did.
He was baptised along with two other girls in our ward. It was such a neat service. The spirit was there and I know he felt it. The talk was given by a friend who used to be in the Primary Presidency, she gave the kids an awesome baptism object lesson with used pennies. She showed them a dingy penny, but then showed them how it can become clean again. When they are baptised by someone with the authority they can be washed clean. She had the kids put their pennies into a cup of water (baptism) then had them add in baking soda (priesthood authority). When they took their pennies out they were nice and shiny again. This also helped demonstrate to them the principle of repentance. Then she gave them each a 2002 uncirculated penny, telling them that they would be like the uncirculated penny after they were baptised. Her lesson was so awesome! I know Palmer will always remember his baptism service because of this talk. Thank you Sunny!!!! 
Here's the fam. Palmer loves his suit. He's all about the look. Every Sunday I get a kick out of watching him put together suit, shirt, and tie to make sure he looks like a missionary. Nick also thought it would be a good idea to go as a missionary. He's wearing Kevin's name tag.
This was such a special Saturday. I am so thankful for these special times that bring our family closer together. I am also thankful for my kids and for all the lessons they teach me. I hope I will always have the same enthusiasm for living the Gospel that they do.
Next up, Kaydie's birthday and Mother's Day!
Next up, Kaydie's birthday and Mother's Day!
This was the cake Kaydie had to have! She has a cookbook with this cake on the cover and wanted to recreate it. This was ALL she wanted to do ALL weekend! I tried out making fondant for the first time ever to give it a prettier look, I hope I pulled it off!
Our version was a little different from the one on the book, but I don't think she minded too much! She was pretty pleased with her handy work. The little balls are Starbursts that we cut in half, heated up, and rolled into balls. She and I had a fun time making her cake together, which was good, because after all that work to make it she didn't eat much of it!
She woke up at 7:30 so excited for presents. She got a Strawberry Shortcake play set. I was a little worried that she is maybe too old, but she loves it! I can't believe she is 7! My little surprise baby girl is growing up way too fast! My sweet Kaydie is becoming a young lady, and although I am excited, it's a little sad.
Happy Birthday sweetheart! We love you!!
Kaydie and I had fun sharing a special Sunday together. We got a yellow bouquet of flowers and stuffed french toast from Kevin. He made sure his girls had a great day.
Time is flying by. Kevin will be finished with his first year of law school in 3 days! With everything that is going on right now I am so glad we had this weekend to take time to be together. It was such a special weekend for our family. A time to focus on each other and to celebrate the important things in life.
