Gavin's Baptism

What a wonderful experience.

So much has been leading up to this day.  G has been learning how to distinguish right from wrong...not that he always makes the right choices, but he is learning.

We have been learning about the importance of Baptism in our family.  We've been focusing on following the example of our Savior and learning about His teachings.  We've been learning about the covenant of baptism and the responsibility that accompanies a decision like this.  We've been studying our scriptures and trying to be kind to one another...repenting and saying sorry when we make mistakes.  After all of this, he chose to be baptized.  We are so grateful and proud of all G has done to be ready for this.

When G had decided that he was ready to be baptized, he was able to be interviewed by Bishop Mansius.  It was an interesting feeling as a parent, sitting outside the office wondering if the bishop would feel G was ready like we thought he was.  I couldn't help but smile when I saw the smile of both G's face as well as the bishop's.  He was ready.

Grammy HB found a book that she shared with our family about baptism.  The Big Guy Lowe read through it with the two older boys earlier in the day G was to be baptised.

 

 

Because we were having family in town for Christmas, we were able to schedule the baptism to take place on Sunday, December 19th.  To make it even more special, we were able to share that evening with the Martin Family as Grace was prepared to be baptized too.  Many of Grace's extended family are Breitmayers--who happen to be long time friends of G's extended family; the Hornbergers.  Because The Big Guy Lowe is a worthy priesthood holder, G asked his dad to perform the baptism as well as the confirmation.  He then asked me if I would give the talk on the Gift of the Holy Ghost.  We were both so grateful.

Here are some photos from the beginning of the evening.  G and his dad.

All the Lowe brothers and dad.

Now a few of the entire family.

What a wonderful evening. 

What a wonderful beginning...

Last day of 1st grade

I can't even express how excited I am for school to be out and for Summer to begin!

Today is the last of school and G will officially, or semi-officially, be a 2nd grader (at least that is what he's been telling us for the last few weeks!)

The two younger boys and I were waiting at the school to pick him up!

When they finally came out we were so happy to congratulate G on such a wonderful year!  I was also able to thank his wonderful teacher, Mrs. Rose.  She was perfect for him!

One of Gavin's good friends came over for a picture too!!  Yea Logan!!

And we couldn't leave without G telling his busdriver, Jennifer, thank you for all her work!  She even had some candy for him to have and share with his brothers.  We've been lucky enough to have Jennifer as our busdriver for the past two years.  Hopefully we'll get her again next year!

At the last minute I realized that all the teachers had gathered at the exit of the school to wave good-bye to all the departing students.  I quickly grabbed my camera without causing too much of a traffic delay--hence through the windshield.

As we drove down the road to our home, I couldn't help but get a few tears in my eyes.  What a wonderful year G's 1st grade has been.  He has learned so much and done so well.  I think we have all earned a truly wondeful summer!  YAHOO!!