Baby Dedication

We dedicated the boys to the Lord at church tonight.  Our church does such a fabulous job of making it a very sweet and meaningful time for families as well as keeping things casual so there's no need to stress if your baby is screaming his head off.  The boys actually surprised us and did exceptionally well during the whole thing.  The verse we chose for their dedication is Psalm 37:5-6:  "Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him and He will do this:  He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn, your vindication like the noonday sun."  What better prayer for our children than this?  At the beginning of the service they played the song "Find Your Wings."  I've always loved it but now it has new meaning.  The lyrics to this song are the exact message I have for our boys today as we dedicate them: 


It's only for a moment you are mine to hold 
The plans that heaven has for you
Will all too soon unfold 
So many different prayers I'll pray
For all that you might do 
But most of all I'll want to know 
You're walking in the truth 
And if I never told you 
I want you to know
As I watch you grow
[ Lyrics from: http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/m/mark_harris/find_your_wings.html ]
I pray that God would fill your heart with dreams
And that faith gives you the courage
To dare to do great things
I'm here for you whatever this life brings
So let my love give you roots
And help you find your wings 

May passion be the wind 
That leads you through your days 
And may conviction keep you strong
Guide you on your way 
May there be many moments
That make your life so sweet 
Oh, but more than memories

It's not living if you don't reach for the sky 
I'll have tears as you take off 
But I'll cheer as you fly 

Kate and "Lowie"

This could quite possibly be my new fav pic of all time.  Yes, this was during the actual service.  This pretty much sums up life as we now know it!

Matthew and Daddy

 Nana and Papa with the kids

Grammy and Grandpa with the kids

Grandmama and Grandaddy...John having a melt-down

These boys love their untie! 

Very special time for us as parents and for the boys.  Many thanks to our families and our church for making it so meaningful!