Abbey's Dedication

 Our little Abbey Lynn was dedicated at church on Sunday.  It was such a special day.  Our family came to church with us and Kate even sat in on the 1st part of the service in the "Big Church." She was mesmerized by it all.  It was a memorable sight seeing my big girl raising her arms and praising Jesus!  The actual dedication ceremony was wonderful.  However, my favorite part was before the ceremony when Erik was holding Abbey.  Abbey was watching the band, smiling and clapping her hands along with the music.  I thanked Jesus right then and there for our sweet sweet girl.
Back to the ceremony.  Seven other babies were dedicated and each family got to write a blessing and read it for their child.  I was so proud of Erik!  He did an amazing job reading it in front of the entire church.  Here is our blessing for Abbey.

Sweet Abbey,
We can't thank God enough for the incredible blessing he has given us in you.  Today, as we dedicate you in front of God and the church, your mother and I promise to raise you to know and love Jesus.  Our prayer is that you grow to be kind and compassionate and that God's love will shine through you.  Matthew 5:16 says: In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.  We pray you discover and embrace the gifts God has given specifically to you.
We love you,
Mommy & Daddy

This is how we found her in the nursery when church was over

After church, we had a yummy brunch at our house.  Thank you to our family, Mimi, Pa, Susu, Coach, Courtney, Traci, Carl, Tripp and Tucker for being with us to celebrate this important day.  It meant so much to me to have all of you there.

What a sweet day in the life of our sweet girl.
Kristen