Sophia's Baptism Day

Well, it's official...Sophia is no longer a pagan baby. She was officially accepted into her first club that requires membership...the Catholic Church. Heaven help us all. I've just begun the painful torture and guilt that comes along with ccd classes and boring Catholic Masses. I hope though, that she'll experience equally as much the joy of relationships that I have experienced in my Catholic faith life as well.

The day was really nice. The weather was so mild that we all walked to the church from our house. It is around the corner, and apart from getting the house presentable and everyone dressed and on time, it was nice to walk with the family together. We were joined by Grandma/Pa Dodde, Uncle Rob and Aunt Erica, Uncle Derek and Aunt Meridith, Mallory, Lish, Bill, Jen Farthing, and three Dominican friends for the ceremony. It was very nice. Sophia slept through Mass and was wide awake for the ceremony.

When the water was poured on Sophia's head, she opened her mouth and stuck out her tongue to get a drink. She let out a little cry, but I think she really enjoyed it for the most part. The candle fascinated her, as most lights do.

The party afterwards was very nice. We crammed into our tiny living room and enjoyed Buona Beef sandwiches, salad, chips and crackers, and of course cake! Not so Weight Watcher friendly, but a delicious way to celebrate. She received some very nice momentos of her special day.

Perhaps the best part of the day....a family nap together after the last guest had gone home. :)