Justin’s Christening

Was magical, wonderful and most importantly, I know God was in it all. We sure can’t raise this child – so He will have to guide us.

I was not stressed whatsoever (cannot say that about Troy’s Christening). Could be because we had brunch? I didn’t cook as much? My MIL made just about all of the food? All of the above? Either way, we had about 15 or so more people this time around but it went off without a hitch (in my opinion). Others may have helped much more this time which made it easy for me. Yes, Brian helped, too!

First, we took J’s boots and braces off. Thought he should feel “free” for most of the day. I don’t even know how long he had them off (definitely more than the 1 hour we should have kept them off) and I don’t care! It was a special day – and he deserved special treatment. So he got it.

I held Justin while Brian held Troy. Justin was the youngest baby but was very good. His innocence is wonderful and allowed him to immediately go to Josh (our pastor) without crying. He watched Josh intently as he spoke. I even heard the crowd say an “awww” in unison which melts my heart!

Justin wore the Christening gown my mother and I made while I was pregnant with Troy. Many, many, many hours were spent on that gown. I hoped that I would be able to have more than one of my own children wear it. What a joyful occasion that my hopes became reality (yes, it may sound silly but it’s just one of those things I wanted).

Photo I used for the invitations:

 

Many photos were taken but I’m only posting a few (for nothing more than my sanity).

Christening gown I made with Mom’s help:

After Christening outfit I made for Troy and now worn by Justin:

Brothers

The one thing I did make (well, I made muffins, too, though).

Ryder (6 months), Colt (2 years), Justin (4 months), Troy (21 months)