Jackson's Blessing

Yesterday, Jackson was given a name and a beautiful blessing by his father. Afterward, we had brunch at my parents' house. I am grateful to my mom and mother-in-law who made so much food! And especially to my mom who let us use her home. I look forward to the day that we can fit that many people into our house, but for now we must continue to mooch off of our parents.

I couldn't find a baby boy blessing outfit that I liked, so we dressed Jackson in some manly khakis and a sweater vest. He looked very handsome. As if on cue, he started smiling and cooing yesterday too! I love it. He is such a good and calm baby. He loves to be held and cuddled. He is very tolerant of his big sister who smothers him with hugs and kisses. I feel so blessed to have this special spirit in my family. It was a great day for me to be able to celebrate Jackson with so many family and friends who came to support us. I feel lucky to have so many loving people in my life.

Our attempt at a family picture:

Proud parents:

We couldn't get pictures of everyone there, but here are a few we managed to catch:
Grandma Carolyn loving cuddle time:

Aunt Andrea:

Aunt Ashlyn, Grandma Carolyn, Aunt Andrea:

Jackson modeling his handsome clothes:

Uncle Jeff who turned 18 that day and was so nice to share his birthday with Jackson's blessing day:

Mommy loves her little man:

Grandma Kim & Papa Paul:

Papa Paul:

Cody & Camie Martin (their daughter Mykita thinks I am her real mom):

Great-grandma Lucy:

Great-grandpa Dale and Great-grandma Jane:

Aunt Sarah and Aunt Ashlyn:

Great-uncle Todd:

Great-grandma June & Great-grandpa Dallis:

First real smiles: