God's Gift

Last Sunday was the Baby Dedication ceremony at church for Graham. We've dedicated all the boys so far and each time has been really meaningful for us. But this time, now our pastor just so happens to also be our brother! So that surely made Graham's dedication even more special for us.

There were three other babies from church that also participated in the ceremony - including Graham's very own brand new cousin, Miriam - and everything went so well. Graham didn't mind being held by Uncle Kevin at all, and it was so nice to once again be surrounded by our loving church and family as we thanked God for these beautiful gifts he has given us all and promised to raise them to know Him.

After church we had a big extended family lunch at Jared's parents house and then lots of fun outside, just enjoying the beautiful weather and the happy company.

It was truly just a lovely day and we were so glad to celebrate and give thanks for all the incredible, healthy children we have been blessed with in our family.

The ceremony

Uncle Pastor Kevin dedicating Graham

Praying with our families

Snuggling with his Mimi after the service

Family photo to help us remember this special day. And Holden - not participating.

Showing off the fancy dessert: Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlouva

And now for some fresh air and sunshine!

He's off!

Baseball season

Catch with Bridger

And now Holden's turn

But it's way more fun to wear the glove as a hat

Catching some rays with the cousins

Bridger, Aunt Shanti, and Hannah's "Tiny Baby"

Grandpa's awesome.

And Aunt Shanti's turn to give the wagon ride

Practicing his crawling

Holden and Grandma, having a chat

And Graham, just sitting in the sun with Mom

And one more spin around the yard with Uncle Tyler!

The "men" - trying to fix the wheel

"Walking" with Grandpa

Or-ne-ry.

Happy boy

Sitting so big on his special day

Beautiful little stinker ♥