This past Sunday, August 15th, Griffin Patrick Ancone was baptized. The service took place at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, where we have been members since February. I was a little nervous that morning because Griffin woke up bright and early as usual and didn't want to go down for a nap before church. It was okay though because he surprised us all and was the happiest baby all day. Guess God was looking out for us :)
The service was absolutely beautiful. The Pastor included Keith and I in the ceremony, as well as my brother Thomas and his wife Jennifer, Griffin's God Parents. The part that I thought was the most special was when I got to help pour water on Griffin's head. He was all smiles the entire time and he looked adorable in his white outfit, that mom finally found online (baptism outfits for boys are harder to find than you think). After the service, we took some pictures of our family, chatted with some church members who are also close friends, and headed to the house for lunch. Lunch was just as special as the service. We do many family gatherings at our house, but on this day, it just seemed extra special. Everyone pitched in to help get everything ready, Griffin and his cousin Thomas were on their best behavior, and it was just an overall good time. When everyone left and Griffin went down for nap (finally), I sat and thought about how blessed we are to have such wonderful family and friends. I know that Griffin will grow up surrounded by people who care for him more than anything in the world, and that is a blessing all in itself!
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