Vera's Baptism

September 3, 2011.  It was very special, because she got her very own baptism and didn't have to share the day with anyone else in our stake.  The month before, there were 12 or 15 eight year olds that got baptized on the same day.   Her brothers, Caleb and Elijah gave the prayers and they were very thoughtful of Vera on her special day.  Curtis and I gave the talks, then the Bishop told Vera, how she has been born of goodly parents.  That he has heard from many in the ward that are amazed at how well the Cannon children have been taught.  Even the Primary President said that she looked up to Curtis and Tricia for that reason.  This meant a lot to me, because we've had something between us for about a year, and at that moment, it finally disipated.  I have no more hard feelings at all for her.  What a blessing and a feeling of joy!   

I told Vera how happy I was that she was in our family.  I explained to everyone how I had to wait for my girl baby until my 4th baby, and how she was still one of my best babysitters and helpers.  She plays with Brigham and Jaynie more than any of the boys, and she is so kind to them, sharing all her special things, making the rewards for their "good job" at "school".  I told of how she loves to suprise me by doing extra chores around the house and making "I love you" reminders for me.  She is one of my best friends and I'm so glad I have her!

Grandma Kay shared her testimony.  She remembers getting baptized in the tabernacle, which is really special, cause they don't allow people to do that any more.  And she remembers the feeling of the holy ghost that told her how happy Heavenly Father was.  And she said that she was very grateful that she still has the holy ghost to help her, that he has helped her many times in her life.  Then Curtis blessed Vera to receive the Holy Ghost.  He blessed her to always be a good example to others and to share the gospel and her happiness with them.  Vera is a very sharing, loving person, and I have no doubt that she will do those things that Heavenly Father wants her to do!