Cole was baptized on Saturday and it was such a special day. Of course it was a crazy day. The baptism was at 9:30 and we planned to leave the house no later than 9:00 because we had to stop and pick Hayden up from his Scout camporee. Everyone was ready by 9:03 and we loaded into the car. Then Tata called and needed directions to the Church so we waited while Sal told him where he needed to go. Then, Nana called as we were driving out of the neighborhood and we had to go back so she could ride with us. Next, Hayden wasn't where he told us he would be and of course my cell phone, with the Scout leaders cell number programmed in it, was left at home. Sal decided he would be able to find Hayden if he drove to the campsite. Have you ever tried to find a Scout in a crowd of Scouts? It isn't easy, but we finally found him. FINALLY we were on our way.
As we were driving, Hayden told us that he didn't feel very good. He said the night before at the Camporee, they had done the "gallon challenge." I had no clue what that was, but he said it was where you have to drink a gallon of milk in one hour and then hold it down for another hour. He said 4 boys tried to do it and 3 of them threw-up, but Hayden was ONLY able to drink a half gallon and couldn't drink any more. He said he felt terrible. Can you even imagine??
Anyway, we finally made it to the Stake Center and got the guys changed into their white clothes. It is AMAZING to see Sal and Cole dressed in white clothes. It reminded me of when we were sealed in San Diego. What a wonderful day that was too.
We started late, but it was ok. Hayden did a great job with his talk on baptism and then it was time to "dunk" Cole. As Cole and Sal entered the font, they said the water was WAY too hot. In fact, I thought Cole was going to cry. I could tell he was suffering just standing up to his waist. I couldn't imagine how he was going to put his face and head in. Cole got out of the water while we asked if we could add some cold water, but we were told we could not touch the temperature controls. Cole decided it would be ok and Sal quickly baptized Cole and jumped out of the water.
Granny gave the talk on the Holy Ghost and then Sal confirmed Cole. Once again, Sal's blessing was awesome and he blessed Cole with many important things. A few things were that he would remember his baptism day and remember how he felt, and that he would use the Holy Ghost to guide him in his life. He reminded him how much we love him, that he has an older brother who will always be an excellent example and Cole needs to be an example to Olivia and his new baby brother. The Spirit in the room was so strong and I was so thankful that Sal is a worthy Priesthood holder.
After the baptism we all came back to our house to visit and to eat. It is always so wonderful to be together as a family and I thank all those who were able to come support Cole.
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