Saying Goodbye...

Brandon left for a business trip the day before, so he said his tearful goodbye a day early and gave Alec a beautiful father's blessing before his mission.

Before leaving for seminary Tuesday morning, Hayden woke up Alec to say goodbye for two years. Hayden will really miss having his only brother at home. It was hard to see them say goodbye. 

Alec gave the girls a big hug before they left for school. Lauren will be in 5th grade when he returns!

Ella will be in 2nd grade when Alec finishes his mission. The girls have been really sad about their big brother leaving. We will all miss him so much.

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Sophia is currently 9 months old and she really loves Alec.  She always kisses and cuddles him. He takes her to sit on his lap while he plays the piano and it is one of her favorite things to do. Her first word is his name - "Alec". She has no idea he is leaving and that she will be almost 3 when he gets home! 

He gave her lots of love and cuddles before he left for the airport Tuesday morning.  They have a sweet connection.  I think he is going to miss her the most.