When I Was Baptized

While reading the talk by Henry B. Eyring from the General Woman's Meeting, a quote stuck out and made me start thinking. He said,

"A number of you were baptized recently... Others were baptized long ago,... No two of us will have the same memories of the day when we made that sacred baptismal covenant." 

Now, I was baptized at 8 years old, which feels like a long time ago to me. Sometimes I struggle to remember the details of that day. However, upon reading that quote, I reflected on what I do remember and felt impressed to record it here:

October 21st, 2000-
I remember going to fill the font at this stake center with my daddy. We got hungry so we took a trip to Wendy's to eat. I think I got chicken nuggets and a frosty but, that may just be what I want right now. I don't remember what we talked about but, I remember feeling special having time alone with Daddy and how he bought me food at Wendy's.

Then, upon returning to the church, we found my family gathered and ready to take pictures. So, I put on my white pants/shirt (the same my mom had worn at her baptism). Then, we took pictures. I remember feeling very privileged to be wearing what my mom wore in the same place my dad was baptized. 

I do not remember the talks or even being baptized but, I do remember when I got confirmed [received the Gift of the Holy Ghost]. My dad, uncles, and grandpas gathered around as I sat on a metal chair. I do not remember what was said but, I remember how heavy all those hands were and trying really hard to sit still so they could not tell I was struggling to sit up straight. I also remember feeling so loved and important by my family. I knew I was doing the right thing. 

My next memory is back at my old house on Cresent Lane. I was opening my birthday gifts and I had just opened the one from my parents- my very own set of scriptures with notes on the inside. I felt like I had been given a great treasure. I wanted to guard them (and the notes from my parents) forever.

Even though I do not remember everything, I know my baptism was an important event and an act of faith. I am so grateful for the memories I do have and the blessings I have received since. They mean more than the world to me.