Baby Blessings

July 21, 2002- I gave my first baby blessing. We had given the first discussion to a woman, a friend of one of the members. We were surprised to see that she came to church that Sunday. I don't remember if there was another baby being blessed that day or if the member friend had told her we could, but she asked the Bishop if her daughter could be blessed. He agreed and asked me to do it. The girl was about 1 1/2 years old and was really darling. We sat her on a small chair and placed our hands on her head and that poor girl got the worst blessing anyone has received in the modern dispensaiton. The second we gathered around she started to wail. She screamed so loud that I'm sure even the people in the circle couldn't hear me let alone her mother (I didn't have a microphone). I couldn't hear myself think, and certainly couldn't hear the "still small voice" of the Spirit. It was short, generic, and probably had some poor grammar since I was still kinda new. Needless to say, Grant's blessing turned out much better.

December 2, 2007- Maybe Jen and I were inspired to name him after Heber J Grant. He has always been my favorite prophet because of his determination. The blessing mentioned that Grant would have determination, cheerfulness, a great love for others, and would bless many inside and outside of his family. He would be able to accomplish his goals, serve well in the Aaronic Priesthood so that he would be a righteous Melchizedek Priesthood holder and he would be able to lead his family in righteousness. Sounds like if he makes the right choices, he'll be surpassing Jen and I in no time! We already feel like he's such a good boy. We hope we can be sufficient parents for him. I've been surprised- Even though a lot of people say it, I kinda was disbelieving: He has taught us some great things since he came. I'll save those things for another blog.