Natalie actually did not wear the bonnet for the blessing, but rather a white flower headband. My great aunt crocheted this dress and bonnet for her and wanted pictures. I snapped these pictures of Natalie before church to send to her, but unfortunately I didn't get another chance to get one of what she really wore. It was a really busy day with having all of the family there from out of town and by the end of the luncheon she was tired. I plan to take more pictures of her soon, but this shows you how adorable she did look in the dress.
Listening to Justin exercise his Priesthood power and give her a name and a blessing was beautiful. It was also neat to see the men in our family and our close friends be able to stand in the circle as he did that. The Priesthood is an incredible gift from God that truly blesses families.
I can't think of a better way to spend my first mothers day. It was rather interesting. This week a past teacher forwarded me a job posting. If I could make up a job, this one probably would have been it. It kind of made me a feel a little trapped in my situation knowing there was no way I could apply for it. This was strange to me because I never have found a job that tempting before. I guess the adversary really knows how to get to us at certain times. After hearing Natalie's blessing on Sunday and the words that were spoken during Sacrament meeting, it was reaffirmed to me the most important job I will ever do is being a mother. I know I am where I need to be at this time in my life and that is with my baby girl. I love this job and want to do good work.
Justin and Ruth Blazzard
Her dress is GORGEOUS! Looks like a wonderful day! I had to smile about the job posting. Life is funny sometimes, isn't it? Satan knows you are going to be a wonderful mother and doesn't want that :) Hope you are doing well! I am glad I can follow your life through your blog. You have been such a good friend to me and you are a wonderful example as well.
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