Landon's Blessing

We blessed Landon February 1st. Here are some pics from the weekend everyone was here. Landon doesn't seem too thrilled with this pacifier, does he?

This is my cousin, Steffie. She is so funny and so photogenic. I'm so glad she came down!
Here Julie compares Landon's thighs to her forearm 
I love this picture of Myles!
Bailey looks so cute! She had to wear Julie's stylish glasses to the park.
Here is our first family picture since Landon was born. 
Scott with my uncle Russ, who was really close with my dad. I think the three of them will get along really well in heaven. Russ is a great surrogate grandpa to my kids and we appreciate it!
Landon screamed during the entire blessing in the church. I can't say I'm surprised.

I am so grateful that my mom came out from Japan, that my grandparents, aunt, uncle and cousin drove all the way from Utah, and that Tyler was here on business. I feel so blessed to have so many wonderful people in my life. What a wonderful weekend with loved ones.

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Anonymous said…
It looks like you had a wonderful time. Landon is looking so cute too! Love his little legs!
February 13, 2009 at 1:00 PM
Sister Rippstein said…
GEEZ he's big. Well actually, EVERYONE is big. Crazy how they shoot up when I don't see them. Sounds like everything was wonderful and I'm glad your fam was able to make it down! Take care, and let me know when you want me to babysit via webcam ;)
February 15, 2009 at 10:02 PM
The Garbison family said…
I LOVE the pics, especially the family one! He is such a beautiful boy!!
February 15, 2009 at 11:50 PM
Swinging On Small Hinges said…
Hey! I stumbled upon your blog quite by accident! Cool! You have a new baby! So cute! I can't believe how big you kids are! How ARE you?? Check out our blog if you want! Steph
February 16, 2009 at 2:20 PM
The Garbison family said…
Hey girl...check out my blog...I tagged you there!!
February 21, 2009 at 3:33 AM
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