November 4, 2010

Ben's Dedication

Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.

Sweet Ben, You were dedicated at church Sunday, October 31, 2010. It was a beautiful day. Rev. Hambric Brooks did your dedication while our church family looked on and promised, with your dad and I to raise you, support you and love you all the days of your life. We love you so much and want you to know we will bring you up in a loving, Christian home teaching you morals, values and life lessons. You are a gift to us and to your big sister and big brother. You have taught us patience and quietness (well, not really a lot of quietness) but the silence that comes with listening to what God has in store for our family.

We had a row of chairs filled for church. Our sweet friends came to celebrate and have a big lunch prepared by nana. It was really funny to have nana and papa here with the Longs. Wes and Sandra may want us to change our will after seeing all three in action! I think we only had two when they signed up for that duty!
Sweet Presseley loves the little house. She looks a little sleepy here. Maybe into the witch's brew?
I can tell you two children who were NOT SLEEPY! After an hour in the basement they (Kyendria) decided it was time for some fresh air. These two ran nonstop around the yard while she timed them on her phone. Average about 12 -15 seconds per lap around! These are two sweet spirited children.
This picture melts my heart and makes me want to cry! Sweet Ben with sweet poppy. Several people comment that Ben looks like my dad? Right now it's looking like he's not too happy with the beard. Ben loves his Poppy. Who wouldn't love someone that picks you up when you come to him with arms outstretched? Who wouldn't love someone that takes you on walks at a moments notice anytime you want! I'm sure Poppy is spoiling him this weekend with lots of stroller/wagon rides around the neighborhood. What a special bond for these two.

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