The day after we got back from California we had Noah's baptism. It was a wonderful experience for our family. The day started off with Whitney going through the temple. I was so glad that I was able to see her grow and progess in the gospel. It was a neat experience to be in the temple with Holly, Mom, Echelle and Whit. Aunt Lana was also there and it was great to see her too.
So many people made sacrifices to see us while we were in the lower 48 (which we really appreciate!). Rae and David drove 14 hours to be at Noah's baptism. Rae gave a wonderful talk on the Holy Ghost. They stayed the night and then left the next morning back to Colorado.
Also, Sheldon came from Kansas and it was really great to see him. We love our family so much!
Jonathan and Lora didn't come from out of state, but they made a special effort to be around our family. Another highlight is that they took the boys to see the movie "Brave." I'm pretty sure Noah and Simon got spoiled rotten that night. Then before we left, they brought the boys gifts for their trip home. Thanks Uncle JJ and Aunt Lora!
Noah's baptism was really special. I'm so grateful to have the priesthood active in our home. Adam was flawless as he baptized Noah and confirmed him. We had about 60 family members combined from both the Slade and Connolly side. I felt so much love that night. To be together with my family was a little slice of heaven. I will always cherish that memory.
Afterward we had a dinner. It was so wonderful to see Trisha and Tyler and their boys.
Uncle Jon came down from Utah to see Noah get baptized and to be a witness at the baptism. Long trip! We really missed Katherine, Andrew and Carson. We love the Earls!
So much support from loved ones. Shane and Jennifer brought their family down from Eagar. Also mom took the week off work to be with us at Disneyland and then the baptism. Jeremy and Echelle didn't have to drive too far to come to the baptism, but it was very special that Jeremy was able to conduct the baptism (because he's in the bishopric). Holly and Kenny spent the week with us at Disneyland, but then Kenny had to be back in Wyoming to work. Holly, however, drove with us from California so she and the kids could be at the baptism. And Whitney and her family came from Las Vegas. So many sacrifices to see us. We love you all!
Adam and I in the kitchen taking a deep breath!
I didn't get nearly as many pictures as I wanted to with Whitney and Atlas. But here is little Atlas. I love him so much!
Seriously whose idea was it to get the kids together for a picture? ;)
Slade grandkids
Slade side (missing is Grandpa Slade and Derek, though we were so happy they were able to attend the baptism)
Trish and I.
Now it's the Connolly side...a little less chaotic. hehe
Connolly's and Chapman's
A great night!!
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