Jack's Blessing Day

We blessed Jack on Sunday, September 5th. He was a perfect little angel all day. I was so worried he was going to cry during the blessing, but he slept through the whole thing. Not one peep! I felt that the entire day was perfect. Of course I had my last minute stressers (hoping that Jack doesn't have a blow out in his blessing outfit, praying that we won't be late because Jack had to eat right before we left, hoping he doesn't spit up all over his outfit and praying he won't get a tummy ache during the blessing and spit up all over everyone.) Well my prayers were answered and there were no blow outs, we were on time for the blessing... (we walked in during the opening song) and no one got spit up on!

Broc gave Jack a beautiful blessing. I can't explain the special feeling it is watch your husband bless your children. There is nothing more beautiful.

Before church

After church

Sweet sweet baby Jack! Such an angel!

The final preparations for the dinner afterward. It was a little tricky trying to get everything set up and ready right after the meeting, since we couldn't really decorate before church. Thanks to my sis Jenn who left early to help get things ready!

The starving guests had to wait a little bit while we finished getting everything ready!

~the blessing book~

~the thank yous~

~cream cheese brownies inside~

We did a baked potato bar with various sauces and toppings, served with sliced ham and tons of amazing sides to go along with it. Thanks so much to everyone who helped bring something, it made one fine feast!

~the dessert table~

I felt like I was running in five million directions, trying to finish up. Note to self: next time make a list of things you need done so you aren't running around in circles trying to remember everything.

~the guests~

More of our little man!

Stealing some kisses!

This little cutie is obsessed with Jack. She is always trying to find him and will say, "Where's baby Jack?" "I wanna hold him." She loves him so much!

Sistas

The guys who stood in the circle, minus: Bishop Burbee, President Clemens, and Uncle Dave

Dale Alan, Broc Alan and Jack Alan.

The unofficial tradition of the second born boy has now become a tradition.

4th Generation Picture

Wished you could have been here Gram Monson!

~the friends~

Becky, Corbin, Me and Jack

Crew looked so cute in his little tie. I feel bad I didn't get one picture snapped of Crew and Jack. This boy was too busy running around having fun with the cousins!

Jack is so lucky to have so many people who love him!

It was a beautiful day! We are so blessed to have you in our lives, little Jack!