To our surprise, Easter happened to fall on April 12th, Sidney's 8th birthday . What a perfect day to celebrate an eighth birthday! On May 16th, we were able to participate in her baptism. We had an enormous support from our ward family. I felt a tremendous gratitude for those who have welcomed us to this Mississippi community. For the small group of faithful members who have sincerely shown us that those things important to us, are important to them. It was a beautiful day.
As Sidney was asked to give a talk this past Sunday on Baptism, she jotted a few of her feelings down to share....
"When I was baptized I felt clean and good. When I was pushed
under the water, I felt warm because the water was warm and because I was getting baptized. As I was dressed in my white dress, I felt wonderful. It made me happy that people were there to see me get baptized. They would say nice things to me like, "Way to go!""
Here are a few facts and thoughts of mine as I have reflected on Sidney's life.
Sidney was born on Thursday, April 12, 2001, in the Timpanogas (Orem) hospital.
Her name came from my very special Great Grandfather, Sidney Alexander Pace, and my Grandfather, Joseph Sidney Pace.
She was our only child to be induced, and was the most pleasant birth.
She had full head of jet black hair....she was absolutely beautiful!
Sidney was the most passive, pleasant baby. She could be left in the middle of the floor on a blanket and she would do nothing. No crying, no crawling, no whimpering....nothing. I thought it was very unusual, but did not complain.
From early on, she became very attached to her thumb and blanket. As long as she had that combo, she was perfectly content.
At about 2 years old, she had the most adorable Shirley Temple curls. She was always a happy, smiling child.
We moved from our Midvale home to California when Sidney was about 9 months. So, in her short 8 years, she has lived in 4 states.
As a little girl, Sidney became a wiz at puzzles. Today, she is excellent in Math, and is an A student overall. She is a pleasant student and a hard worker.
She has always loved purses, and today, she carries around a ladies purse that Aunt Natty gave her....nearly half her size.
She loves to draw and color.
She doesn't mind a messy room.
She hates to listen to other people singing. She thinks it is "so ANNOYING!" ie: Kenadee
She will play for hours outside in the dirt with Spencer, and then together go inside to play cars and paint fingernails.
She likes to put on make-up and paint her nails, as well as, any other gullible visitor male or female.
Sidney is an independent worker, and can work and play by herself for hours.
When she's nervous, she skips.
She is not afraid to visit with and make new friends. She met half of those who attended her birthday party at recess.
She doesn't like to sleep in the dark, and many times will bunk up with someone.
She loves all kinds of foods....definately our best eater. Our mistake was introducing her to shrimp and crab. She will try anything.
She loves, LOVES little children! She will be a great babysitter someday.
We are so blessed to have her in our family. She is a great example of goodness and love. Sidney is a follower of Jesus, and will be a great champion for Him throughout her life. We love you so much Sidney!
