The past few weeks have been full of choice moments. It has made me reflect on the years gone by. I feel like I blinked and everyone grew up around me. When I was in 6th grade my little, tiny niece was born. I begged my teacher to allow me to bring her for show and tell. Not too sure he liked the idea he agreed. I was so excited when my sister got there, and I was so proud to show her off. Then some years passed and I got married, and at that time my little niece was around 7 years (I have a picture of her looking up at me outside of the temple). There too, I was so proud that she got to see me step out of the temple. Well, some years have passed again and I got to be proud yet again... I got to see her step out of the temple. She was beautiful and boy I was proud. I know I am not her mom but I have grown up with her in many ways. What a great example I have for my kids. I am sure that I will have many more proud moments to come.
Well just this weekend I had parental proud moments. My oldest son and my oldest girl hit some mile-stones. Jaxon was given the Aronic Priesthood and Kynlee was baptized. What a beautiful thing. It was nice to see how serious each one of them took these moments. Kynlee was nervous and excited for what was to come and we talked a lot about paying attention to the feelings that she would feel. She was so ready. It was a special day. Jaxon has known how important this phase of life is. He was moved by the spirit as the blessing was given to him in this important ordinance. When the bishop talked to him about passing the sacrement a few tears fell and the spirit was so strong.
These moments make me grateful for a loving Heavenly Father; for family and freinds who love and support us everyday. I watched my Uncles and Aunts talk with my parents and there wasn't one unkind word uttered. I hope I can carry the same legacy of love to thoes aound me. They are the kindest people I know and I am grateful to have that example for me and my children. I hope as the holiday season approaches that we can all have that same desire.
