While Matty turned eight in March, we waited to have his baptism in June so more family could be in attendance. He was the only one from our stake being baptised so we could plan out what we wanted...which was nice. My mom lead the music (which Matty picked), my dad and Zack said the prayers, and I gave the talk. Short, sweet, and simple.
Since he had mentioned several times that he didn't want to get baptized (even on the morning of the day) we weren't sure it was going to happen. I wrestle with the implications of that choice, because it is a choice...his choice. If our Savior's plan provides us choice, and while I know I'm his mother and I can expertly coerce, force, guilt, or whatever other synonym you want to insert, I really felt baptism had to be Matty's choice. He did decide to be baptized, but even after he wasn't so sure. I guess now we wait and see...
Matty and Bishop Timothy
Matty, Zack, and Kaia
4 comments:
Matty is an original, and that's why he is so great!
What a special day! I think it's great you really focus on letting it be his decision. It can't be easy to see a child struggle with the decision to be baptized, but in the end, he will always know it was his choice. You are such a great mom!!!
Good for you, to let your children decide what they feel is best for them. He will remember that always. I think about Trevor being at that age in 9 months and I hope I can let go a little and let it be what HE wants. You're a wonderful mother and you teach your children well. By the way, LOVE your dress :)
Thanks for all the sweet comments :)
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