The day finally came that Karmin got to get baptized! She was so excited, she couldn't stand it! We found a dress on-line that was perfectly Karmin. It was pretty and simple and elegant--not too flashy or frilly. During the baptism program, they had a parent come up and tell about their child who was getting baptized. I told how Karmin was named after a G-G Grandma who I had the privilege of reading some of her letters that she wrote to her daughter before she passed away. Even though her health was waning, she was a happy person and saw the good in the world. And it fits that we named Karmin after her because that is the best word to describe her--happy! She is the perfect child to have as a transition from all boys to all girls. She loves dirt and is a hard worker. She doesn't like to wear shoes (which has resulted in a lot of lost shoes). But she still likes girly things. She loves animals, and has such a tender-heart towards them. She loves to read her scriptures and is a good example to all of us on her love and devotion to her scriptures. We love having her in our family!
After a short talk on baptism and then the Holy Ghost, we went and saw her get baptized. The water was pretty hot, but she was still excited and happy about it. I'm thankful for her choice to get baptized and her love for the Gospel.
