Sat Dec 5th

Ella is getting baptized today! Mom and the family got in around 4am. It's so exciting. I can't believe my little girl is old enough to get baptized. Ella is so excited. Mom made her a gorgeous white baptism dress. Ella looks so pure and stunning.

I love you Ella. I'm so proud of you for making the decision to be baptized. I love that you're so kind to others. I know that as you strive to do what's right and remember your baptismal covenants you'll find happiness throughout your life, even in the mist of hard times. Keep letting your bright light shine. You're a joy to be around and a joy to all those who know you. I love you my sweet, beautiful little girl. 

Poorly little buddy was so exhausted from the excitement of the day that he was out cold. At least for a few minutes. He was wide-awake again by the time Ella was about ready to get baptized. I was worried for a moment that he wouldn't settle down and I'd miss the beautiful moment of Ella entering the water. But he did calm down, surely from the calming spirit in the room, and I was able to see my little girl get baptized. 

After the baptism we went to a hibachi grill, upon Ella's request. She loves how they make the food right there in front of you. She's my little Japanese loving, miso soup girl.

Look at my big boy standing! I guess he was motivated by the desire to sword fight with his daddy.

We ended the night by going to Walmart to get mom some driving food. They came in late on Friday or I guess I should say early Saturday morning and have to leave again tomorrow afternoon. It's been way too short of a visit. At least we are going to San Diego for Christmas and we get a full two weeks of fun there.

 This is a picture of Lisey riding a tricycle around Walmart. That's all she wanted to do. Ride that bike.  So I decided to let her ride it around instead of me being stuck in the toy department. Needless to say she had a blast.