Monday, September 6, 2010

Oti's Blessing

We had Oti's Baby Blessing yesterday at our home. I am glad it is done and a little sad to never do it again. Dave did a great job and I could tell he was emotional as he spoke. What a wonderful blessing it is to have the priesthood in our home!!!

Otis was surrounded by men who love him. Included in the circle was Dave, Grandpa Al, Abuelo, Marcos, Esteban, Uncle Mike and our sweet Bishop Moyes. I love all of those men in different ways :) We also had the love and support of many in attendance. Its amazing how much love we can feel for our family at these times!

Since we did it at home we had to have an opening prayer and the Bishop asked me to share my testimony. Leah said the opening prayer and asked that the spirit be with us, I LOVE THAT GIRL!!! She was nervous, but did a great job. I bore a quick testimony and of course cried, because I was overwhelmed with joy and gratitude!



The best part was to have so much family here. Otis was passed around from arm to arm all night and he loved it. All of my family was here, including my dad, as well as my aunt and her whole family. From Dave's side of the family we had Grandpa Al and Diann, Karalee, Sarah and their families and Amy and the boys.

It was a wonderful event!

I can't help but be grateful for the abundance of love our Father in Heaven has for us, for our little family! We feel so incredibly blessed to have Otis as part of it. My heart is full!!!

11 comments:

Amy said...

It was so beautiful. Thanks for letting us be a part of it!

RaShawn said...

Sounds like a perfect blessing. Love all of the pictures!

tammy lu said...

How awesome that you guys were all able to get together for Otis' blessing! I love that you were able to do it at home, it probably made it a little easier too.

Maricela said...

Laura, Otis looks soooo cute. He is getting big. I love the picture of all of you under the tree - it is beautiful. I am glad it was such a special day for your family.

Sarah said...

Sounds like a great time together. Love the family pictures!

Tiffany said...

It looks like a beautiful night. Get ready to bear your testimony again at Leah's baptism. The Bishop always "requests" this as well.

Carrie said...

It looks like a truly wonderful day. What a great experience. I love all the pictures. I can't believe what a "Mini-Mylo" Otis is. :)

Yorgasons said...

I just can't stop thinking about how adorable Otis is!! He is just precious!! What a wonderful day!!

Kristin said...

Home blessings are the best. Love his little outfit, and Millie's cheeky pose!

Wendy said...

Little Otis sure is growing and changing...and so cute as he does. Looks like you guys had a wonderful blessing day. Love all the pictures.

Talbot Family said...

What a wonderful day. I am glad that so many family members were able to make it. You look absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Such a nice looking family.