Friday, January 13, 2012

end of a year and hello 2012

The week after Christmas, Dahlia had a very special visitor, her cousin Breeana. There was an instant bond between these two. They are both survivors, battling against great odds. When Breeana was born prematurely, she fit in the palm of a hand, and wasn't expected to live. What a beautiful young lady she has grown up to be -- the same hopes we have for Dahlia.




Last Sunday was a very special day. We gathered for the blessings of two sweet grandaughters, who are only 10 days apart in age. Lorelei was given a baby blessing by her father at church. Afterwards, Lauren hosted a delicious dinner. We posed for one last picture with most of our grandchildren, before Grandpa and I  head off for Utah, and then New York.
missing our sweet Colby and Saige!
After dinner, we all headed up to the hospital, where Dahlia was given a baby blessing by her father. The Spirit of the Lord was so strong in the room.
The girls were excited to finally get to meet each other. I look forward to the time when I'll be watching these two giggle and play together. Will be missing them (and all the others) so much during these next 23 months!

2 comments:

Lauren said...

we will miss you and dad so much! so glad we get to see you one last time next week! have a great time visiting with jeremy and at the mtc!

sylvia said...

I wish you the best on your mission! You and Uncle Carl will be awesome missionaries.