Wednesday, October 3, 2007

Jackson's baby blessing

Jackson Jared Rife was blessed on the 30th of September. As Jared shared with me one night as we were having our family scripture moment that our son's blessing would be the first time that the priesthood would be used to bless his life. It was beautiful to see his Father, Grandfathers, and uncles all standing in a circle to bless him. I am so grateful for the gospel and the blessings that it brings in my life and the life of my family.

Up close and personal with Jack and all his great faces!




Jackson had some of his grandparents visit for his big event.
Top: Bruce and Terri Kemp,Bottom: Frank Rife

The generations: Grandson with his grandparents and his great-grandparents.

6 comments:

7Carters!E,H,V,B,R,C,E said...

He is growing up so fast! That was such a beautiful blessing. It is truly a blessing that we have the power of God all around us!

Mrs. Cropper said...

Shucks! I'm so sorry we missed it! P.S. Is the swing working its magic yet??

Rachel and Jared said...

mrs. cropper - the swing is working its magic, I threw him in it the other night (side note, its better to place than to throw) and at first he was a little fussy I think because it was new and then in a 30 seconds he calmed down and was sawing logs.

lori said...

These are great pics! So glad we could be there for the blessing and meet your parents, Jared!

Jackson is so handsome in his blessing day attire!

Jacob said...

If I'm not mistaken that cute baby boy is wrapped up cuddly in a blanket knitted by his great-grandma Iris!? What a cutie! And it looks like you got a gorgeous day for the blessing (of course I live in Seattle where it's gray and rainy quite often, so any sunshine looks great to me!) Love you guys and can't wait to see you next month!

Anonymous said...

I love his cute faces, especially the one where he looks like he is looking out the car window contemplating the world from his car seat..