Chase's Blessing

Daddy, Mommy and Chase
12.18.11

What a special occasion for Jon and I, blessing our first baby boy. We were so grateful for the love and support of our parents and families, it made it that much more special.
Chase has brought such joy into our lives in the two short months he's been with us. It seems hard to believe that he hasn't always been with us. He has such a sweet spirit and demeanor. Since becoming a mommy, I feel that I have better been able to understand the love that Heavenly Father and Jesus has for us. I would do anything for our little boy and love him more than I ever thought possible. How grateful Jon and I both are to be parents and to better understand the love that Heavenly Father has for his children.

Nannie and Grandpa Orgill

Nannie and Great Grandma and Grandpa Barnes

Grandaddy Stansbury
Grammy was able to come out earlier to they decided to take turns
(don't worry, she's asking for a jet for Christmas, to visit all of her grandkids)

Grammy made Chase's outfit, pretty special.
She embroidered his name on the left leg. It was precious.

Chase was so good the entire day! I was so worried about a blow out before or him crying during the blessing but neither happened. Infact, during the blessing, he had his eyes opened and was just looking up at his daddy. Isn't that so cute?! Not even a little squawk.

After the blessing we had a little open house to invite over those that came from out of town to visit and coo over Chase. We are blessed with such great family and friends.

This is Ray Robinson, he is the missionary that baptized my parents and blessed Hilary when she was a baby. He and his wife Bonnie are very sweet people. They drove about 2 hours to make it for the blessing. I have heard Ray Robinson's name since I was a little girl and it was an honor to have him stand in the circle to bless Chase.

This is Lynn and Jackie Ferrin, the couple that introduced my parents to the church. Such sweet people, very down to earth and kind. He and my dad were in the FBI together over 30 years ago. They too have always been held in very high regard in our family.

Sawyer, Emile & Jake Cahoon

If I had sent out Christmas cards this year, this would have been the picture to accompany the card. Please forgive me for not getting them out, please know we are grateful for you and your family. We hope you had a very Merry Christmas!

After the open house, we went to Nate and Kristen's house for a delicious dinner and then we were off to Temple Square to see the lights. Chase seriously was an angel! We bundled him up and then put him in the Bijorn and Jon kept him under his jacket. Poor guy, he had such a busy day and was so good.

Two years prior, Jon and I took a picture in the very same spot before we were even engaged...
a wedding and a baby later:).

It was a wonderful day and we all went to bed very happy!