"It's Your Special Day Jace!"

We woke up yesterday morning and all I kept telling him: "It's your special day, Jace!" We blessed Jace yesterday. 41 members of our family joined us in this special event. We tried to keep the invite list short -- because there were three baby blessings -- so if and invitation was not extended ... we hope you are not offended.

The day was perfect. Jace looked like a little angel. I am so grateful for all of the family that came to support us ... many traveling for a couple of hours to get here. I am grateful for my family beyond the grave that were there as well. During the blessing Rayma had her arm around me. I distinctly felt that I had one mom sitting on both sides of me. Rayma on one and my dear mom on the other.

Afterwards we went to Aunt Charri's home for a barbecue. My house isn't big enough to fit our large family and it was very gracious of Char to lend us her's. There was a lot of great food and good company -- and the man of the hour! He was passed on from one family member to the next. When we got home Jace slept and slept and slept.

It was a fantastic day and I am so grateful that Joe was able to bless our baby. I am so glad that we are able to help Jace start his life with us and in the gospel. It was such a difficult road getting him here -- I plan on cherishing him every minute of every hour of every day!