Yesterday was your blessing day. Next to the day I was blessed to marry your dad, it was one of the sweetest days of my life.
Your father and I want you to know how much love was felt that day. Especially when your dad, a worthy Melchizedek Priesthood holder, gave you a name and a blessing during sacrament meeting. You were surrounded by not only your dad, but your Grandpa Scott Smoot and Grandpa Jerry Dearinger, your uncles, Casey and Josh Smoot, Steven Dearinger and Blake VanRoosendaal and our ward bishop, Bishop McMahon, who all love you very much.
During the blessing, your dad gave you the name for which you'll be known in this life and on the records of the church, Margrette Moana Dearinger. He then proceeded to bless you with a strong mind and intellect and with a healthy and strong body, so that you will be able to learn and grow strong in this life. He blessed you with a strong faith in Christ, that you would look to Him any time that you need. He also blessed you, as our first born, with the ability to be a good example for your younger siblings, so that you can show them, through your example, the way to live happily and righteously and that, by watching you, your siblings will have the desire to do what's right and follow the Lord.
Your dad also reminded you in the blessing of how many people there are on this earth who love you and are here for if you ever need anything. Your family will always be here to help you and lift you up in times of trouble, but also in times of joy and happiness. We love you so much and want to share those times with you throughout your life.
He also reminded you of the people beyond of the veil who are looking after you and who will help you through this life. Especially your Grandma Moana, Daddy's mom, who you are named after. She loves you too and we want you to know that you will always have angels, like Grandma, who will be looking after you and helping you through your lifetime journey.
Your dad then ended the blessing.
The spirit of your Heavenly Father was so strong here, Maggie. His love completely filled our hearts and the room. It was so strong, that for the first time I saw your daddy cry. Maggie, we know that your Heavenly Father loves you. You are His child and He will always be with you to help you and to guide you. Whenever you are feeling sad or alone, all you need to do is pray. Heavenly Father will always hear your prayers and help you to know of His love for you. He will give you answers to the questions you seek and He will comfort you.
Your dad and I are so grateful that Heavenly Father sent you to be a part of our family. You have brought so much love and joy into our home. We can't imagine life without you and pray that we can be the parents that you need in this life. Having you in our lives has helped us to know and understand the kind of love that our Heavenly Father has for each one of us. This is how I know that Heavenly Father loves you, and please know how much we love you, Maggie. You are our little angel and we will do anything for you. Never forget that.
Love, Mom
So sweet! I wish we could have made it to the blessing!
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