Introducing our Lucy . . .

Lucy Doreen Katherine Bailey was born at 9:33 a.m. in Gilbert Arizona. She is a beauty. Carey and Todd couldn't be happier. Lucy weighed 7 pounds 7 ounces and has lots of very dark hair. She is the only Bailey not born a blondie (could this be in honor of her Aunt Cindy with whom she shares a birthday?) Happy Happy Day!




"Lucy" means "light" and Doreen was my first mom's middle name. When we were in Canada a couple of years ago, my mother's best friend from high school couldn't get over how much Carey looked like Shirley Doreen. My mother was a very talented young woman. She had natural musical ability and played the piano by ear. I also remember a dress she made for me. She died at the young age of 24 years old. I am deeply touched for her to have a namesake. Katherine is for Todd's sister Katie.

We're home . . .

On the way to Seattle we took the northern route and coming home we took the southern. What long 12 hour drives and yet what beautiful country! AND our weekend with Collins, Cameron and family was worth the 24 hours in the car!!

The highlight of our Seattle visit was the ordination of Jonah to the Aaronic Priesthood by Collins. Jonah bore a strong testimony in Sacrament meeting. He chose the third Article of Faith as his favorite Article of Faith:

"We believe that through the Atonement of Christ, all mankind may be saved by obedience to the laws and ordinances of the gospel."

Jonah said he knew that Jesus made it possible for us to be saved even though we make mistakes. I too am very grateful for the blessings of the "good-news" that in Christ is the power to redeem and to justify. He truly is "the way, the truth and the life" and it is gratifying to see the seeds of faith planted in the hearts of our grandchildren.





Following church we shared an enjoyable dinner with Collin's brother Kieth, his wife Lisa and their family. Cameron was excited to serve her favorite pie "Fruits of the Forest" for dessert with us. It was especially good to be surrounded by so many beautiful children. Cousins are a blessing!