Anderson’s Baptism {the ceremony}

We baptized Anderson this past Saturday in the Catholic Church with our parents and siblings to witness.  It filled my heart with so much happiness to have those present that will help us stand as Christian examples. 

He wore a gown that my mom bought when Watson {the first born grandchild} was baptized and has been passed down to all grandsons since. 

We are so thankful for his godparents, Uncle James and Aunt Joanna, and we know one day soon he too will realize how blessed he is to have them. 

Ms. Lori had the bowl made for Anderson that Monsignor used to pour the Holy Water during the Baptism.

I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Wonderful are Your works, And my soul knows it very well.

Psalm 139: 14

In the Catholic Church there is no dunking or submerging in water as most churches.  Instead the Priest pours the Holy Water on the head of the individual as he baptizes them.  The water that was used was collected from The Jordan River while he was on a trip.  It is the same water that Jesus Christ himself was baptized with. 

We had our photoshoot with our families before we headed to my parents house for the post Baptism celebration!

{Miss Emory is always ready for the camera!}

{The Thompsons}

{The Thompsons and Ma}

{The Thompsons, Ma and Ms. Lori}

{The godparents}

{The expanding Watson clan}

{Grandmama and Granddaddy Watson}

{Aunt Amy, Aunt Joanna, Aunt Boo}

{Uncle James}

{Grandma V.V., Aunt Addie, Uncle James}

{Our little family}

We were so proud of our sweet boy as he did so well during the Baptism!

Thanks to Aunt Amy for capturing these precious moments! 

Weekend Rewind

This weekend was a big one for our family, particularly our little guy.  John and I baptized him in the Catholic Church. I’ll have another post for that with lots of pictures later {thanks Amy!}.

Thursday night my little sister and Anderson’s godmother, flew in from New York to be with us for the special weekend. 

Friday night, my two younger sisters and I {our significant others and babies included} met for dinner and drinks at Basil.  The Thai restaurant recently opened in Columbia and their dished are so tasty.

{Duck Curry}

{Pad Thai}

{Pineapple Mojito}

After we met my parents at Rosso for a few drinks {and of course inappropriate laughs}.

Saturday morning we were up at 8 am to hit the ground running.  My mom, Boo and I cooked all morning while the guys were icing the beer down working in the yard.

The Baptism was at 2 with a party following with all our family and friends. 

Sunday we went to mass with the family then Bonefish for brunch before sending Joanna back to NYC. 

It seems the weekend went by in a blink of an eye but we are so thankful for the family and friends that are a part of our lives and now a part of Andersons! 

Chicago

I had never been to Chicago but it’s one of John’s favorite places.  The Angels/Cubs series happened to be there which meant we could see Michael but also enjoy and explore the city.

We caught the 5:30 {A.M.} flight out of Columbia Tuesday morning so that we could have the full day to start our trip. 

After settling into the hotel {and feeding/ changing/ tending to the babe} we started towards The Navy Pier.  It was overcast which was nice with the slight breeze.

We had lunch at Harry Caray’s Tavern on the Pier and due to weather we ended up taking cover in the mall to shop.

John had us at the field by 5 that day so I could experience Murphy’s for the first time.  Such a fun place!

We made our way into the park so we could see Michael before the game.  Yes, that is my 3 1/2 month old baby on Wrigley Field.  Proud daddy moment to say the least. 

We knew going there that there was a chance he wouldn’t pitch but we hoped and prayed he would. and HE DID!  Such a surreal moment watching your cousin in the major leagues but seeing it in person takes it to another level.  We were so excited and proud!

The Angels ended up losing that night but we were still able to meet him at his hotel and grab a few drinks and visit. 

On Wednesday we started out with some Chicago deep dish pizza.  Who knew everyone had an opinion on this.  We ended up at Lou Malnati’s but I can’t imagine any of its not delicious!

We weren’t able to stay at the Pier for long the day before so we headed back. 

I read about the Ferris Wheel prior to our trip so I wanted to take a ride.  Other than the gorgeous views of the city and water, it wasn’t anything more exciting. 

Anderson also had his first Carousel ride.  He was less than impressed and I got yelled at for sitting on the hour with him.  {b/c you are supposed to put a baby on alone?}

We walked  explored some more of the city towards Magnificent Mile and The Bean!

We shopped a little more, got ready for dinner and after went to the last game. 

The Angels won and we got to see Michael again after the game! 

The trip was short but so worth it!