Mar 11, 2009

Marley's Baptism and Birthday, Koen's Blessing

This last weekend was a special day for our family. We had a Baptism and a Blessing. Marley had her 8th birthday. This birthday she was so excited for because it was also her baptism day. She had made the decision a long time ago that this is what she wanted to do. She was very prepared, and very proud to become a member of the church. Her dad was the lucky one that baptized her. We also blessed our baby Koen on this day. What a proud mother I am. I will always remember the wonderful feeling of happiness and gratitude that I had when I saw these two little children get their blessings from their father.
After the blessing and Baptism we went over to our church building and had a luncheon and a birthday party for Marley. It was so much fun and so very nice. We had a lot of family and friends come. Thank you everyone that came for your love and support.
Marley and Daddy
Koen and Marley on their special day.
Our Family
Marley
Koen
Great Grandma's
Gramdpa Vern and Grandma Sandy
Great Grandma Hartley
Lacie, Chloe, Marley, and Rylie
Marley and Chloe
Lilly and Marley
Most of the kids at the kids table
Everyone was singing Happy Birthday to Miss Marley
Her Birthday Cake that Aunt Lori made. It was SO GOOD.
Mar and her presents.

8 comments:

Jen Merrill said...

we love you marley and koen! we couldnt be more proud of marley for the example she setting for lilly. thanks marley!

--- The Lisby Family --- said...

Looks like it was a fun event. I love making memories. :)

HARKER FAMILY said...

I can hardly believe she is already 8! Marley has grown into such a beautiful young lady I bet you were very proud of her. And Koen looked cute as ever in his little blessing clothes. Congrats on your special day.

Victoria said...

Hi Leslie...its Victoria! Just wanted to say congratulations on your new baby. Your children are SO adorable. You guys have such a cute family. And you look amazing. Good job!

Burrups said...

What a great experience!! Marley looks beautiful and Koen looks so stinkin cute!

IRISH BERNT'S said...

we love you guys so much. wish we could have been there that day but you never know when the kids will get sick-darnit! looks like you had a great time. congrats marley! we love you!

Stephanie said...

Congratulations Marley...and happy birthday...what a beautiful dress and a beautiful cake, for a beautiful girl!!

Natalie said...

What a fun day! Thanks for inviting us to share it with you! You guys are the BEST!!BFF's for sure!