One Wonderful Day!

Amanda & Michael
(and little baby Ivins due in August)

There are two things in my life that I love more than anything, my family & the gospel. These two things bring me so much happiness. So needless to say, when both of these things come together it makes for one wonderful day!

Thanks to lots of prayers, patience, sacrifices, love, & 5 different companionship's of missionaries on June 13th my sister-in-law Amanda, and my nephew Michael were baptized and became members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It was a wonderful day. To add to the special occasion my brother Jeff was able to baptize his wife and son. Jeff has endured many trials over the last few years that he valiantly overcame so that he could preform this special ordinance. I loved hearing Jeff say, no matter what I have done, I never lost my testimony.

I know that their family will be strengthened as they continue to live the commandments and strive to do what is right.

Mandy, I am so excited that you have made this decision in your life. I know I've told you many times but, you are the greatest thing that ever happened to my brother. I hope you know how much you mean to our family. You have been a wonderful example to me, of overcoming obstacles in our lives with our Heavenly Fathers help. Trials will still come, but we have a loving Heavenly Father that will comfort you whenever you ask. I ♥ U!