Thursday, May 13, 2010

Taylor's Baptism

It's hard to believe this little girl is 8! Taylor had been anxiously awaiting her baptism and the arrival of family who would be coming to celebrate with her. It was such a joyous day! She absolutely sparkled. It has been amazing watching her grow, watching her testimony develop, and her love for the Gospel gradually become stronger. We just absolutely love and adore this girl and we are so proud of her and the choices she has made this far in her life.
Pre-baptism pictures...
Luke and Blake couldn't resist checking out the font and ended up getting their pants wet while attempting to swim in the water.
It was so nice having Nanu and Grandpa here...it made the day extra special!
Taylor with both of her Grandpa's
Taylor with both of her Grandma's
All of the men...
All of our family...
The "after" party...Parker and Blake are ready to dive in and open the presents themselves!
A special cake for a special girl!
Oh yeah, Luke lost his first tooth...UNBELIEVABLE...how cute is he?!

11 comments:

Jim & Emily said...

Time flies. Those 8 years have screamed by! Another 8 and your precious Taylor is 16! Crazy!! Miss you guys!

Christie said...

What a beautiful girl! It is so hard to believe that these little princesses are old enough to be baptized. Sigh.

SuburbiaMom said...

Congratulations to Taylor! Blake looks like such a big boy now!!

Melissa said...

She looks so beautiful Kimberly! You guys must be so proud. Are you wearing maternity already? Your dress looks totally cute. You have to tell me when you find out the sex. I'm so excited. Love the graduation story. That would be me crying over cleaning on a big day. Glad it turned out wonderful. Such great changes in your lives.

Shirley said...

That cake is to die for! How awesome! I know she will remember this forever. She looks beautiful in her white dress! Tell her congrats for me!

I teach her age group in primary. You should send me your address so I can make her what I make for the other kids when they get baptized. I would love for her to have one!

Darci said...

So fun. I still remember my baptism. She looks so much older....we miss you guys.

Michael said...

ALL of your family? I believe there were two members who were extremely missed at this event, and I am very disappointed that their absence was not mentioned in this post...

Wish we could have been there, though. Taylor looked beautiful.

alicia said...

That is so exciting! I love her dress...

Annakaisa said...

She looks so beautiful and happy! Congratulations to Taylor! And what's even better is that Devon could baptize her. We recently went to a little girl's baptisim and unfortunately her dad couldn't perform the ordinance. I must say, it kind of hindered the joy...

Unknown said...

My legs look swollen. Whoa...Emily's comment was crazy...in another 8 years, Taylor will be 16! These 8 years have flown by. I hope my daughters turn out to be just like Taylor. I love her...and you!

Diane said...

These are the moments that make life joyful!! Love you! Thanks for such a fun time!