Baptism Day

Submitted by Eliana on Sat, 03/29/2008 - 10:58pm

What an exciting day I had! I did not want to go to sleep because I was afraid I might miss some more excitement - even though I was totally exhausted. This evening I was baptised. Afterward we had a party at our house to celebrate. Lots of people who love me came to pass me around and ooh and aah over me. All of my grandparents were there - that's a total of 5 sets - and even one great grandma. A couple uncles and aunts made it, but not my godparents. Adam and Leah were only here in spirit. My birth parents, Matt and Dani, were happy to do their parts for them at the baptism. Father Ron was the one who actually dunked me in the water (and he was the priest at Matt's elementary school). I was the loudest crier of the three babies who were baptised, but I'm also betting that I'm the smiliest, it's just a little more difficult to judge. I was smiling up at Mommy a lot during the beginning of mass. Then after the baptism I got dressed in the beautiful baptismal gown from Dani's family and snuggled with Daddy for a little nap. It was just what I needed to be perky for a picture with Father Ron. Then we went home and had a big party with everyone, even Father Ron. It was really loud in our house. No one had a problem finding enough to say. My Grandma Lanz even found out that she knew Matt's mom from some volunteer work they do together! After everyone ate their dinner and had Dairy Queen cake, we opened presents. Some people seem to think I'm going to be spoiled. I've certainly gotten lots of presents in my short life. I wouldn't want to seem too materialistic, so I won't list all the gifts, but I do have to mention the blanket that my godfather knitted for me! He put a lot of love into it, I can tell! When all the presents were opened and people went home, it was time for bed. I had a tough time falling asleep after such a big day. I'll probably break another sleep record tonight!