Helena's Dedication & the Events There After

Today was Mother's Day, my Mother-in-Law's (Bev) Birthday and we decided to do Helena's dedication at church too. Nothing like killing three birds with one stone. We were fortunate that Ben's aunt was able to bring his grandparents up from Sacramento for the occasion. We were glad they were able to make the trip.

Hannah singing with Daddy.

Claude talking about the meaning of Helena's name.

Helena - bright light

Lee - pasture or meadow

Hannah hanging out with Papa Randy while we were up front.

Praying over Helena.

The congregation singing with us "I am Jesus' Little Lamb".

After church we headed to our house for a Mother's Day/Birthday/Dedication lunch celebration. Ben did most of the cooking which was a blessing.

Helena and I. She loves to cuddle up and go to sleep.

Hannah went from this...

and this.

To needing a nap in no time flat. I got her to sleep and she slept for awhile. She woke up crying and I tried to comfort her and then Mema Mary laid with her for awhile. She really needed to go back to sleep. Mema Mary came out to the table to eat and while we were saying grace Hannah was crying in her bedroom. Mema Mary went back to check on her and she had thrown up. We ripped the sheets off, gave her a bath and got her dressed again. Mema Mary held her in the rocking chair while I ate. Hannah then chilled on the couch for awhile where she threw up again. We cleaned the couch off, gave her a bath and got her dressed again. Mema Mary held her again where she seemed to begin to feel better. I guess everybody just needs to throw up now and then to feel better?? She's still not feeling her best but she hasn't thrown up again.

Four generations on my side of the family.

Four generations on Ben's side of the family.

So do you think I should rethink having family dinners at my house? If you haven't read about Hannah's birthday party just a few weeks ago, you should. I think maybe I should try harder to convince Hannah not to lick the shopping carts when we go to town or suck on rocks she find around the yard. She might feel a little better. I hope I can manage to forget some of this in the next month, otherwise the Dad's may not get a dinner for Father's Day. I'm sure we can pull something together. The third times the charm...right!?

Hannah's Dedication to Christ

Today at Malin Baptist Church with Claude Hagerty officiating we dedicated Hannah to Christ. Hannah Grace literally means "grace grace." The hymns and songs were sung about grace and Jesus' little lambs. Claude's sermon was also about God's grace and forgiveness. It was a very special morning. We were joined by family and friends in this special occasion. We appreciate those that wanted to come but couldn't and instead sent their thoughts and prayers.

Lunch After Hannah's Dedication

We had lunch today at our house after Hannah's dedication. Hannah's name means "grace" so Grandma Mary had a special cake made for her special day. Every one pitched in and helped make it a special day. We had a good turn out and were glad to be able to visit with our family and friends.

Four Generations on Mommy's Side (Cheyne)

Here is a picture of the four generations on Mommy's side. Great Grandma Bonnie, Grandpa Lee, Erika & Hannah.

Four Generations on Daddy's Side (Branstrom/DuVal)

Here are the four generations on Daddy's side of the family. Great Grandpa Bob, Great Grandma Doris, Grandma Bevie, Uncle Jared, Wyatt, and Hannah. Hannah and Wyatt got to spend some time together for the first time. They don't get to see each other very often and we were glad they could come up for a visit. Where was Ben? Out working hard to keep food on our table. We are proud of him and all of his hard work. We appreciated that he could spend a little time with us today at lunch but are sure he didn't mind not getting his picture taken!