Baptism

We had Mary Claire baptized today, January 11, 2009. It was held at St. Rita's Catholic Church and performed by Father Craig Scott. We had ALOT of family and friends there and we felt so special and blessed to be surrounded by such great people. The guests included Poppa Hurley, Gammie, Granddad, Nannie, Papa John, Aunt Nel, Johnny, Allison, Emily, Isabella, Uncle Mike F, Aunt Billie, Grandpa, Uncle Mike B, David, Lexie, Vince and Mr. Charles.

This day ended up being extra special because today is the day that the Catholic Church celebrated the baptism of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. I was not expecting this and was pleasantly surprised when mass started to learn this! I will ALWAYS remember this day.

Mary Claire is so lucky to have two great godparents. Brian asked his brother, Mike, to be godfather and I asked my cousin, Allison, to be godmother. We both feel confident in each of our choices and are honored they were each willing to accept this responsibility and honor. Thank you!

Mary Claire was a trooper! She looked absolutely BEAUTIFUL in her long, white christening gown. Nannie had bought her a pretty christening bonnet to wear, but, unfortunately, Mary Claire's head was too big for it! It is actually a christening bonnet that "converts" into a handkerchief to carry at her wedding, so hopefully she will be able to get some use out of it!

After the baptism, Nannie and Papa John hosted a reception at their house. We had some delicious roast beef po-boys, chips and dip and cake (see picture below). Everyone seemed to have a good time and enjoyed the food and fellowship. Mary Claire also got some pretty great gifts as well. Thank you everyone!

Our beautiful baby girl in her gown:

Her beautiful gown:

Daddy, Mommy, Mary Claire and Father Scott: Father Scott and Mary Claire:

She did so good!:

Taylor, Daddy, Mommy and Mary Claire....yes, she is screaming!!:

The great-grandparents (Poppa, Mommy, Mary Claire, Gammie and Granddad):

Papa John, Mary Claire and Nannie:

With the god-parents (Uncle Mike-godfather, Daddy, Taylor, "Aunt" Allison-godmother, Mary Claire and Mommy):

Her beautiful and yummy cake: