Jason's brother Jim came into town on Saturday afternoon, so the kids enjoyed seeing their Orange Beach Uncle. Sunday morning found us getting all of the kids dressed and ready for the big day. Jason looked gorgeous as always in his pink tie and navy jacket. I even dusted off my four inch pink heels and wore a brand new dress complete with pink polka dots.
A host of family and friends met us at the church to join us as we committed ourselves to raising Margaret Jane in the knowledge of the Lord. The service was wonderful and the time of dedication was very special. My big concerns: MJ spitting up on the preacher; Eli insisting on running around on the stage; me tripping down the stairs in my aforementioned four inch heels. I am glad to report no such thing happened. Jonathan Green, our worship minister, said some great words to our family and challenged Margaret to become a Proverbs 31 woman. After Jonathan spoke, our pastor Lawrence took MJ to walk her through the congregation. When he first took her from me he lifted her into the air and she grinned from ear to ear and gave the crowd a precious show! Then MJ's three big brothers, who were all perfect gentlemen on stage, got certificates congratulating them on their little sister.
After church everyone went back to my parents' house for lunch from Jim-n-Nick's BBQ, always a crowd favorite. We ate on the back porch and made one long table for all 21 of us to sit at. I had a series of crosses as centerpieces on the table and asked each family present to take a cross home and when they look at it to please pray for our children.
After everyone finished their seconds...and thirds we sequed into Eli's party. In spite of being tired, Eli seemed to enjoy himself. He ate cake and opened a lot of great presents. And of course there were party hats and blowers!
We are so thankful for what God has given us and that we have such wonderful family and friends to help us celebrate such milestones in our lives!
Eli's birthday party
Eli ate plenty of cake!
Jason and me helping Eli open his gifts:
Eli getting ready to "put the fire out" as he said:
The party crowd:
Our cousin Thomas with Jason:
Our family during the dedication service:
Our pastor, Lawrence Phipps, with Margaret Jane:
All of our family and friends who came for the service:
Jonathan talking to MJ during the service:
1 comment:
Beautiful family as always! Sorry I missed the dedication - I was with the 3 yr olds!!!
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