A child of God

Paul James was baptized on July 8. His godparents are our friends Ewald and Kitty; however, Kitty was out of town, so Steve's sister Kathy stood in for her. It was a lovely ceremony. Paul was wide awake and very well-behaved for the whole thing. He didn't even flinch when the water was poured on him. We were blessed to have our families and several friends join us for the special day. Paul wore the same outfit that Stephen did which was made by my grandmother. My mom crocheted an afghan for him as well.

Ewald, Kathy, me and Paul, Steve and Stephen

I baptize you...

godparents, parents, and Fr. R.

Steve's family

parents and grandparents

my family

the cake

Stephen with his godparents

Steve serving cake

Stephen enjoyed the goodies.

Grandma Rose and Paul

The kids had fun playing.

Jacob helping to clean up

Even Stephen joined in on the sweeping action. :)

Paul in his baptism outfit laying on his baptism afghan