What a Blessing

This is the first picture of Sterling Smiling we were able to capture.

On the 8th, we had Sterling's blessing. It was a wonderful day. Andy's Mom makes the most precious blessing outfits for her grandchildren. I still remember when I saw the dress she made for Stella's blessing, it was so beautiful that I started to cry. Grandma Simth's blessing outfits will definitely be something everyone remembers, and that the kids all cherish for years to come. She also knitted these little blue socks to match. So precious. Unfortunately there are not too many pictures of him in the outfit - not yet at least, because he had a small blow-out while we were trying to get some, so we will have to try again.

A few highlights from the blessing:

-blessed to be a strong healthy boy who would grow in wisdom and righteousness
-be a strong defender of righteousness and virtue
-that he would be sensitive to the spirit and have the wisdom to obey it's promptings
-to be an active father, a good example to his children, and a good spouse
-have a strong desire to serve the savior.

Our parents were all able to come out here for the occasion, and also Andy's sis Deb. We loved having them all here. We miss our families a bunch - and it would have been way to sad to have had to bless Sterling without our parents around to share in our joy.