On September 3rd, Tessa was baptized a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It was a beautiful day and we were so excited to spend the day celebrating Tessa and her decision to be baptized. She looked beautiful in her white dress. She was sick the night before, so a lot of prayers were offered in her behalf so she would feel well enough for her day. She was up in the middle of the night asking Daddy for a blessing so she would feel better. We all breathed a sigh of relief when she woke up feeling better and ready to get baptized!
We attempted some family pictures, but between Mommy's ridiculous smile and uncooperative children, this was the best we got.
Tessa said the water was so warm. Uncle Ben and Uncle Alex were her witnesses. She said she felt so happy when she came out of the water. She was also very emotional after her confirmation. She was fighting to keep the tears back. She said she was just so happy.
Tessa was so happy to have our family there to support her. She was able to get a picture with everyone who came!
Ma and Pa-Pa gave the talk on the Holy Ghost
Cooper and Presley Gallegos (and Kristin)
Uncle Alex
Uncle Ben and Aunt Clarissa
The Troncale's-Michael, Kathleen and Kelsey
Scott and Maggie
Aunt Katy-Katy gave the closing prayer
Aunt Gillian, Uncle Matt, and Gia (and Gillian's mom)
Ares and Uncle Danny
Dee and Eddie-Dee played the piano for us
Tessa shared her baptism and program with Abby Valdez
Aunt Jodi saved Mommy and did Tessa's hair before the baptism. It held up beautifully all day-even after going under the water.
We were glad to have a nice luncheon with our family and friends after the baptism. Mommy did lots of cooking for it and was so happy to get to do something special for Tessa. It was such a wonderful day for our family!