{ Little Fish }

We went swimming Labor Day weekend for the first time in several weeks and Lincoln was such a great little swimmer!  He was kicking his feet and having a ball.  The water was cold since the sun had already started setting but he didn't seem to mind a bit.  His love of the water has steadily increased over the summer.  He's definitely a water baby.  I'm sure he'll be doing backflips off the diving board in no time ;-)

Here is a video of Link swimming.  I tried to figure out how to trim it down to just the first 30 seconds or so but was unsuccessful so you get to enjoy the entire 2 minute cinematic masterpiece :-)  Lucky for you YouTube now lets you edit your videos!  Enjoy!

{ Lillian is Here! }

Miss Lillian Craft made her arrival two weeks ago today!  She surprised her mommy and daddy by coming a week early but we're all just so glad she's here safely.  She is beautiful with a full head of dark hair and adorable big chubby cheeks.  Amber and Andy are doing a great job with their new daughter.  We can't wait for all the adventures our little families will have together!

Lillian and Lincoln meeting for the first time. Clearly Lincoln was more interested in attempting to shove his entire fist in his mouth than saying hi to Lillian. I'm sure he'll be teaching her how to do that in no time!

{ Child of God }

"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.  And behold I am with you always, to end of the age."  Matthew 28:19-20

On Sunday, August 14th, we asked for God's blessing upon our sweet son as he was baptized into the Body of Christ.  We made committments and promises and were reminded what a precious gift God has entrusted to us.

We were honored to have so many of our family members and close friends there to celebrate with us.  It was a joyous day!  Lincoln was all smiles in his Great Grandpa Wilson's heirloom gown and just beamed away each time Pastor Jim poured the water over his head.

Daddy, Mommy, Pastor Jim, and Godmother Nicki with the guest of honor.




Lincoln's cheering section.   (Too bad no one loves our little boy!)

Back row: Amber, Jodi, Preston, Daniel, Grandpa Todd, Lincoln, Mommy, Daddy, Grandma Pat, Aunt Kassi, Aunt/Godmother Nicki  Front row:  Gruncle Stevie, Grant Sessie, Grandpa Rick, Grape Grandma, Grandma Giesler, Katie, Uncle Rick, Grandpa Harv, and Linda.
(Great Grandma and Grandpa Giesler were there too but somehow didn't make it into the picture.)

  

Lincoln was so happy his godmother was able to come to Boise to join us for his special day!  Thanks Aunt Nicki!



{ Did ya miss me? }

My mom says she has lots to post about but just hasn't had the time these last few weeks.  She went back to work and life's been a little hectic.

She's excited to tell you all about my baptism, what I've been up to now that I'm three months old, how much fun we had seeing hot air balloons and going swimming, and about my new friend Lillian.

Hopefully she'll get posting this weekend so you can all stay in the loop of my exciting life!

{ Goodbye }

Putting my feelings into words seems impossible.  Each sentence I type I then erase as it seems so incapable of capturing the depth, love, and scope of such a great man.  My life was changed for the better by Don Scott.  His wisdom, passion, and dedication to others have made this world a better place.

You are so missed by so many.

Don F. Scott

9/16/47 - 8/10/11