abe turned 12 on sunday, january 20th.
sunday birthdays can sometimes be a drag, but it was perfect! an important day and such a fun celebration.
we started the day with early church.
in sacrament meeting the bishop had abe recite his favorite memorized article of faith:
"We believe in the literal gathering of Israel and in the restoration of the Ten Tribes; that Zion (the New Jerusalem) will be built upon the American continent, that Christ will reign personally upon the earth; and, that the earth will be renewed and receive its paradisaical glory."
he advanced from primary and received his Faith in God Award. he felt really proud of this accomplishment, since it was a long process to complete.
after church he received the priesthood...an amazing experience.
he prepared for this day by finishing the book of mormon, which was a big deal for him. dave ordained him a deacon and i know abe felt the spirit during his blessing.
he realizes this is a big responsibility and blessing and that the priesthood is the power of god. he now has the permission and authority to use this power to serve and bless people spiritually and temporally, just like the savior.
my sister's family was here from colorado and came for the blessing. it made it even more special to have them, grandma and grandpa, mimi and papa john, and great grandma shirley there.
we all enjoyed....
*LUNCH
*COUSINS
***singing "happy birthday"
...abe loves being in control of every one's tempo and does this every birthday.
*CAKE (cupcakes by grandma...tricky candles!)
and
*PRESENTS!
PF FLYERS!
NAPLOEAN DYNAMITE from julia and toby! abe's new found FAVORITE move!!
toy from max and kai
evan hat from heather/evan
ski gear from dad
musical tie from lily and sam
musical tie from lily and sam
books and $ from gma/gpa
new clothes so he can look good for mutual from mimi/papa john
new church shirt to pass the sacrament:)
he is actually really excited about this gift but is acting like napolean.
vivian loved the excitement and wrapping paper!
grandma shirley and heather--so glad they could both come!
grandma and grandpa
everyone left and abe had time to watch napolean dynamite before the second celebration started.
more cousins came for dinner and pie.
I LOVE KAI IN THIS PICTURE!!!!
and to top the birthday celebration off...a dance party.
air hockey and just dance 4...
abe dominated:)
abe always wants to be with cousins and family on his birthdays.
he thought it was meaningful and so much fun....and it was!
and that's a wrap!
