Thursday, April 23, 2015

The Day Brooke Was Baptized

Brooke - age 8 1-24-15cBrooke - age 8 1-24-15bBrooke - age 8 1-24-15d

On February 7, 2015 our little Brookie Cookie was baptized a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  She was so excited for her big day and looking forward to the festivities.

Brooke's Baptism 2-7-15gBrooke's Baptism 2-7-15h

To make the weekend extra special, Grandma Carol, Grandma Fran and Pop all flew in to help us celebrate.

Brooke's Baptism 2-7-15iBrooke - age 8 1-24-15cBrooke's Baptism 2-7-15j

Brooke was so happy that Kyle was going to baptize her.  They practiced and she wasn’t nervous at all.

Brooke's Baptism 2-7-15ll Kyle & BrookeBrooke's Baptism 2-7-15m Ashley & Brooke

Brooke got to share her special day with two friends from our ward, Kate and Zoey.  It was so fun for them to reach this important milestone together.

Brooke's Baptism 2-7-15kBrooke's Baptism 2-7-15m Kate Brooke & Zoey

Another group of extra special visitors drove in from Seattle to be there for Brooke’s big day – the Yost’s drove all the way from Redmond that morning and had to go back that night.  It was so sweet of them to come and it meant the world to all of us.  Stacey has been Brooke’s BFF since birth and we love their family so much!

Brooke's Baptism 2-7-15n Stacey Ashley & BrookeBrooke's Baptism 2-7-15n Abbi Stacey Ashley Will Anna & Brooke

Brooke had so many of our dearest friends come to support her on her special day.  We are so grateful for their love and support.  It truly “takes a village” and I am so grateful for our village.

Brooke's Baptism 2-7-15m Jason Tami Kyle Kara & BrookeBrooke's Baptism 2-7-15m Jenn Blake & BrookeBrooke's Baptism 2-7-15m Madellyn Bonnie & Brooke Brooke's Baptism 2-7-15m Papa Don Grandma Sue & BrookeBrooke's Baptism 2-7-15m Primary teacher Kris Sorenson & Brooke

After the baptism we headed home to celebrate with her favorite meal… Cafe Rio pulled pork made by me with lime rice, lime muffins and chocolate cake.  This girl is easy to please and so fun to celebrate.

Brooke's Party 2-7-15aBrooke's Party 2-7-15b Cafe Rio

After dinner, we soaked up every second of play time with friends and family.  It was such a special day and we are so proud of you Brooke!

Brooke's Party 2-7-15c Anna Kate Emily Will Brooke & AbbiBrooke's Party 2-7-15f Pyramid Brooke's Party 2-7-15h Stacey & BrookeBrooke's Party 2-7-15i Brooke & Anna Brooke's Party 2-7-15j Brooke & WillBrooke's Party 2-7-15k Will & Katelyn

1 comment:

Monika said...

Looks like a wonderful day. I am so sad we weren't there in person.