A Name and A Blessing

We were lucky to bless our sweet baby boy June 9th.  What a great day.  A huge thanks to all who made the trip to share our special day with us--it meant so much to me to have everyone there. And Mom and Dad Williams (and assorted children), we missed you!

Mike gave our Benjamin David a beautiful blessing. At least people said it was beautiful--sure wish my Josh-man hadn't chosen that precise moment to become a wiggly monster. Oh well! The joys of motherhood, right? :)

Luckily, Jillisa and my Mom took some notes, so I can share with ya'll.

Blessing of

Benjamin David Williams

 June 9, 2013

By his father, 

Michael Eric Williams

You were born at a crucial time of unrest in the world.

Blessed with Strength and Peace in the Gospel.

Blessed with Opportunities of a Worthy Priesthood Holder.

Blessed with many other opportunities.

Follow good examples in your life, like those men who you were named after.

Deep love for your mother.

Desire and a willingness and a passion to serve her and make her proud of you.

Blessed to have laughter and joy.

Blessed to be healthy and strong.

Blessed to be a light to those around you.

Grow and learn the importance of family.

You will be blessed throughout your life by serving others.

Blessed with faith and a desire to be obedient.

We had a luncheon at our home after our block and had a great time visiting with family.  I didn't get enough pictures, but here are a few of our fun!

 Grandma and Grandpa Blomquist

 The boys in the circle:

Grandma and Grandpa Craven

 Baby Benjamin David with his namesakes: Benjamin King (left) and David Gale (right).

Grandma Williams

And one for Aunt Suzanne--we missed Becca!

My sister and I played photographer a week later and got some pictures of our sweet man.  All three boys have been blessed in the same outfit, and it is made from the fabric from my wedding dress.  Maybe one day we will have another girl to put in the dress that Katelyn was blessed in! ;)

My sweet friend made the beautiful afghan for his blessing. I was given another pretty blanket by a different friend for Katelyn's blessing, but it's got purple in it.  I'm sad I waited three boys to get another one.  But I love it!