Lansen's BIG 8

This was the big day for Lansen.

He turned 8, and we were blessed to have this day "the first Saturday" which is the stake Baptism day, so he got to get baptized on the same day.

He chose me to talk about baptism, Grammy for opening prayer, and of course Daddy for baptism and confirmation.

We actually had 2 more kids from other ward and 1 investigator in our ward to be baptized which brought soooooooo many families and friends to be the witnesses.

The chapel was full.

Since the ceremony was @ 5, we had so much time in the morning and the afternoon to get ready, but H and I felt so much temptation from Satan to get irritated and frustrated with tiny little things. We knew that he didn't want us to have the baptism. Yet, we also know that the Lord is more powerful than Satan.

I felt the Spirit during the ceremony, and couldn't stop being grateful for all the support and people's love toward us, especially toward Lansen.

Today, his first fast Sunday, he decided to fast with Daddy. I know he's still 8, and some kids don't even fast when they were this young. (I didn't. H didn't...) But as we asked him to give it a try. He said he would.

Well, it wasn't easy for him, but he did till 2 o'clock.

I am so grateful for and proud of his faith.

Congratulations, Lansen!!! We love you!