This weekend was Isla's first trip to Westlake, LA, Toby's first Father's Day, and Isla's Baby Dedication! We had a busy, but very enjoyable weekend! Toby got to play laser tag again, and I got to enjoy a relaxing and fun boat ride! :) Isla was a hit, and definitely a crowd pleaser. Always a pleasure to watch her smile and laugh at others, to spread some sunshine!
Baby dedication was wonderful, so much wisdom and encouragement for us as parents. Isla got sleepy during service and actually fell asleep on Toby's lap sitting up in his arms. He loved every minute of it. He moved over into a chair and she curled up in his arm against his side and went back to sleep. It looked like a pose a professional photographer would dream of, and I'm kicking myself I didn't get an amateur mommy shot of it but we do have a bit of it on video! Some of the wisdom we were given is to enjoy Isla, to delight in her and to cherish her rather than to see her as a chore or burden. I've been focusing a lot on that lately and it was great to see that hit home. Perfect fit.
It was also encouraging to hear other's share their wisdom and prayers for us. It's so nice to have support. So a BIG THANK YOU to all our family who participated in her dedication. It was priceless and so appreciated!
Isla also wore one of the dresses I made for her with one of her Kim's Kreation bows that Kim made her last month! She was adorable! :)
Some more good news. Toby got a promotion at work!!! We're so happy for him! Lots of change going on for this family now and in the upcoming months! We are blessed!
The ceremony sounds very sweet.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Toby on his promotion!