real power

five young girls

one young boy

fresh still, round downy faces

some permanent teeth

but, mostly baby

all dressed in white

there was no fanfare,

fireworks, or dignitaries

but what took place was

truly astounding

heavenly gates unlocked

angels and witnesses

all that really mattered

happened

pure, wet, shiny

six priesthood daddy's

mama's ever watchful

guiding

gappy smiles

shake hands and embrace

smiley eyes

perfect trust and obedience

angels...

"behold your little ones"

(in honor of Carter Reid Brasher's baptism)