Baby Shower and Baby Dedication

It was so great to have my mom here for Malachi's baby shower and his dedication at church!

It was a double shower. Malachi and Whitaker are buddies from birth. Rachel is a good friend of mine and has a girl about Elijah's age, so we will be having lots of play-dates.

All the ladies at the shower--such a loving community!

The morning of Malachi's dedication to the Lord we had a family walk and of course a photo shoot. I love my guys! A few years ago we had a photo shoot on this same path for our second anniversary. Now look how God has added to our family--praise Him!

Again, thank you, Lord, for this wonderful family. I am such a happy blessed woman!

Praying as a family in church--this is just so special to me.

My mom's last full day with us was in church--I had some tears I tried to hold back but also tried to enjoy every precious moment with her, like this one!

Nate helps a ton with Elijah now that we have two. This is a common place for them at church on Sundays climbing the slide.

Joyful boy--growing fast! He's adjusting better and better as time passes to having to share Mama. My mom helped a ton with the transition!

Playing peek-a-boo with Grandma at church. She is full of such fun ideas and makes Elijah laugh.

Just before he was dedicated officially to the Lord at church. God timed it all perfectly with his eating, being awake and being ready to go on stage.

Pastor Norman welcomes my mom from America. We are thankful to have her there for the public dedication of Malachi to the Lord.

Prayer for our son--Lord we give our son to you and pray you will save him at an early age and use him to bring many people the truth and message of your word.

After grandma left I was learning to care for the boys by myself! I try to keep Elijah from jumping on Malachi's head or kicking him. Let's hug and be very kind.

What an answer to prayer--we asked God to give Elijah a brother. I pray they will become great friends and brothers in Christ also. Elijah looks so proud and loving.