Hockey! NC style

 Jason's friend from work gave us his air hockey table. We have had a blast today playing each other. Grandma Smith taught Sophie about seeding and brackets and then helped her organize a family tournament. And, no surprise, Sophie then won the tournament! Sophie was first, Jason second, I was third and Grandma Smith 4th.

Luke & Noah's Baptism & Birthday

 On Tuesday, December 30, 2014 Luke and Noah were baptized members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints by Jason. It was a really special day. Grandma and Grandpa Smith, Emilee & Talus and Bayden and Grandma Hardy were able to be with us. Mom and Dessa said the prayers and bore a short testimony. Dad and Logan Williams were the witnesses. Kathy Bellows played the piano, Jared Lindsay gave the talk about baptism and confirmation.

 Jason forgot his white pants at home so he got to wear this sweet baptism suit from the closet. Before the confirmations I bore a short testimony of the power of the atonement and how taking the sacrament and repenting can continue to cleanse us through out our lives. Also how proud I was of Noah and Luke for the choices they have made in life so far. But also, for what they do when they make a mistake and choose to repent and turn to the Lord.

Jared Lindsay & the boys

A lot more people from our ward came then I expected. The room was packed, Bishop Williams had to keep going to get more chairs. The confirmation circle included Peter Lindsay, Logan and Sherman Williams, Derek Pierce, Kevin Bellows and Grandpa Smith. Jason had a really powerful experience giving both boys the gift of the Holy Ghost. He felt the spirit differently then he ever had before. Luke said that he felt the spirit strongest as he was confirmed. Noah said he felt the spirit when he came out of the water after being baptized and I could tell he was feeling the spirit as I shared my testimony of the Savior. He actually teared up and I could tell from his countenance that he felt the Holy Ghost.Noah had to be baptized twice, the first time his hand was holding onto Jason's arm and did not get immersed. I felt so grateful for family to share the boys baptism with, and also a ward family that I feel so loved by.

I know this is not a great picture, it's the only one I got of the olive penguins we made. They turned out so cute!

 Happy 8th Birthday!

 Pinewood Derby cars! A gift from Luke and Noah's new cub scout pack. They are SO excited for scouts!

The girls presents to their brothers were a hit, instantly.

The talking hamsters from Grandma and Grandpa Smith, also an instant hit. These silly things repeat everything you say. Lots and lots of giggling...and potty language in little rodent voices. Grandma and Grandpa Smith also gave the boys treasure chests, Grandma Hardy and Papa ( in spirit) gave the boys cool hunting and fishing vests and their wolf handbooks for scouts.

Auntie Em being festive. Everything is always more fun with Emilee around!