Brody's Big Day

On September 6th, 2009 our little man (or rather our growing man) was baptized. It was a truly wonderful day. Brody was a bit nervous to be the center of attention and to be dunked, but he was calm and very attentive the whole day, just soaking it all in. My mother got to be here and she gave a talk about baptism. Geoff baptized Brody and as a wife and mother it was a great moment to witness. Mac, Daeglan and Emeryss were so excited for Brody, they all cheered and clapped when came up out of the water (which if you are not LDS, you have to understand is a bit taboo, it's usually one of those really reverent quiet moments where you could here a pin drop). It was really cute though, to hear Daeglan shout, "Way to go, Brody. Well done!" I love the way my kids love and support each other. Our wonderful Bishop, Bishop Wilkins gave a talk about the Holy Ghost and then Geoff along with other men in our ward, laid his hands on Brody's head to give him the gift of the Holy Ghost and confirm him as a member of Christ's church. Again an emotional and spiritual moment. And then Brody was welcomed as the newest member of the Thetford, England ward by our great Primary President, Sister Olson. He got a poster and his Faith in God booklet from the Primary which he thought was cool.

Geoff and I are so pleased with Brody and the consistent good choices that me makes. He is such a deep thinker, he constantly amazes us with his deep understand of gospel truths. He is a great brother (while not perfect, none of us are) and loves to teach his siblings new things and explain the world to them. And he has a great testimony and is quick to pray which is a great example and reminder to me to rely on Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. We feel truly blessed to be Brody's parents and get to share such moments as his baptism with him.