Abi's Blessing

Abi's blessing happened yesterday on Sunday, April 20 (Aunt Holly's birthday as well!) and it went off like a charm. She looked like a little princess in her outfit and the tiara that Kathryn had for her. I got to the church early to save some seats with the kids, Kathryn and Abi were to be there when Kathryn was ready to go. Well, church started and they weren't there yet. I was sweating bullets on the stand but thankfully they walked in during the opening hymn and I could relax a little. Then after the bishop read the letter from the First Presidency he started to go right into the sacrament portion of the meeting and I had to tug on his suit coat. Poor Jess, he felt bad about that but with all that he has to worry about, I don't think I would have remembered either. Although this is the 10th blessing for our children, it never gets old nor does it get routine. Each one is special and each one is different. After the 3-hour block we all retreated to our home and enjoyed each others company over a light lunch. The kids played and the adults talked, it was very enjoyable.
Thanks to all of those who went to great lengths to be there and bring things. We know that many of you got up early to travel to Tooele, Kathryn and I know what a struggle that can be sometimes. We are so thankful to be around good family members who love us and support us, it truly is a blessing to be home.