Rebecca's Blog

I am a terrible, terrible aunt/sister.  I have neglected my post of adoring aunt and glided right over a very important event in the Ord family.  Although I hope they will forgive my poor record keeping as it is not only this that has taken me so long to write about, but my own children as well.  This whole blogging thing has all but gone out the window for me thanks to my growing lack of time.

ANYWAY, no excuses.  I am making up for it now with an entire post dedicated to just this special event.

So, in December, my brother, Chris, and his wife, Triana, had their second precious addition to their family.  That makes blood nephew number 2 for me.  This little bundle of joy entered his mortal existence just days before Christmas, enlarging the hearts of all those who meet him.  He is definitely a much desired blessing.

That being said, I would like to introduce you all to Anders.

We met Anders when he was 3 weeks old.  The girls just adored him.

Big brother, Gavin, loves him too and holds him as often as his parents will let him.

The first weekend in March we were able to travel to little Anders’ baby blessing.  We loved getting to stay with my brother’s family and spend some quality time with them.  They are a beautiful little family – and a lot of fun.

My brother’s family.

Thank goodness for church things like blessings and baptisms.  Without them we may never get photo opportunities like this.  Pictured above are all the Ord grandchildren plus one little princess who wanted in on the fun.  Notice how they’re all looking one direction?  I don’t know what we wouldn’t do without Aunt Annelise at times like this to perform the now famous shark song and dance.

This year was a big birthday year for Sariah.  My second oldest baby turned eight and got to enjoy all the celebrations that come from turning such a wonderful age.

Of course, with every birthday comes the inevitable family party.  We had dinner of Sariah’s choice – lasagna – and cake and ice cream at Papa and Gaga’s house.  To make it all the more special, Uncle Chris and Aunt Triana were down with their kids and Great Grandma and Great Aunt Suzy came, so it was a nice size celebration.

A couple weeks later we had the friend party.  Sariah decided she wanted a mystery party.  At first I was at a loss as to how to have a “mystery” party, but it turned out great.  A “rich client” came to visit us at the SBI (Sariah’s Bureau of Investigation).  Dressed to the nines and completely decked out in all her fancy duds, she threw her coat at me and told her story to the agents in her hoity-toity voice.

Not two days before, she threw a garden party.  While having the time of her life, someone stole her precious jewels.  She had to have them back.  She entreated the agents to PLEASE solve the case and return them to her as soon as possible.

Once our client left, we went to work.  I quickly gave them all the evidence – information about the guests – and showed them pictures of the various suspects.  Then, partnered up, the agents searched the crime scene looking for further evidence.  They needed to find out who did it and where they hid the loot.

This “loot” turned out to be the makings of their treat bags – bead necklaces and ring pops.  The rest of the time was spent decorating cookies, eating cupcakes, opening presents and starting a movie.

Finishing off the celebrations was a very special occasion.  Having turned eight, Sariah was baptized a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Family came from California and Utah to celebrate this momentous occasion.  We had a lovely luncheon afterward, spending time with many we don’t get to see as often as we’d like.

That evening we went to dinner at Papa and Gaga’s house for Chinese food, seeing more of the Ord cousins and jumping on Papa.

Then and Now:

I can’t believe my little baby girl grew up so quickly.  I remember watching my little newborn in her crib, thinking how perfect she was and praying that she would live a long and happy life.  I pray every day that this sweet little girl will remain close to her Heavenly Father and that she will always be safe.  I am so proud to see that she is already choosing to make the decisions that will help her to receive all these blessing.

I love you, Sariah!!