Payton's Baby Blessing

The first Sunday of this month we had Payton's baby blessing at church. We were so lucky to have family here that came, as well as some of Ben's family that came to visit just for it. That meant a full house for us, and we loved every minute of the craziness! It was a weekend full of food, swimming, family, and fun, with a little shopping too. Ben's parents and twin brother, Mike, and family came out Friday night. We went out to dinner at The Keg to celebrate Mike finishing the Bar exam the day before (congrats!). Saturday Kathy, Laura, Payton and I went shopping for clothes and the boys took Baylee and Abby with them shopping for food for the next day. We met up for dinner at Liberty Market, one of our favorites, and then frozen yogurt at Ocean Blue, another one of our favorites, before Missy and her two boys got here. Sunday was Payton's blessing with a luncheon after. Mike, Laura and Abby left that afternoon, and Ben's parents left that night. Missy, Simon and Charlie stayed the night and then left early in the afternoon on Monday. Here's some pictures from the weekend:

Mike and Ben trying to relive the days when they were forced to dress alike? And Abby showing how she could pass for Mike's twin better than Ben could?

Payton showing Kathy his smiles. I can't get enough of them!

Little man of the day-Payton in his blessing outfit and all ready to go!

Quick family picture before church. We didn't have enough time to get a really good one.

Kathy holding Payton, and Simon and Baylee trying to get in the picture and get in on all the attention. Notice Baylee's clenched teeth-this is what she does every time she holds Payton's hand, although this isn't quite as extreme as it usually is.

My brother, Scott, waiting for the food, and my grandparents with Payton.

Food time! Ben and Mike, with myself and Laura in the background.

Mike trying to show he'd make a good candidate for French's Mustard Spokesperson if the lawyer thing doesn't work out.

Ben's sister, Missy, and my sister, Annie. I'm not sure what this conversation was. Maybe they are jealous of Mike and his mustard posing abilities. Laura snuck into the background again.

Me and my mom. She seems to do a good job of staying out of pictures, but she got caught this time!

Payton and Kathy. Ben's parents needed their fill of him, since they won't see him every two weeks anymore like they have since he was born. Next time will be November.

Payton with Dan. This was the only picture of Payton in this outfit with Dan where Payton wasn't crying.

Simon and Charlie eating popsicles. Remember these rocket pops?

Payton before his first time in the pool!

And he's in! And he loved it!

We had a great weekend! Thanks to everyone who helped make it a special time! We feel so lucky and blessed to have Payton in our family.