Nora's Baptism

Sunday was Nora's baptism at Christ Church Episcopal.  It was a great day.  I was so happy to finally get her baptised.  Leo was much younger when he was baptised so I wasn't really concerned about how Nora would do during the church service.  Of course, I didn't think about the fact that Nora doesn't really like people holding her and that the priest would have to hold her to baptise her.  All week I have been focused on the numerous projects going on around our house, including replacing our windows, and trying to clean up the house.  By the time Saturday rolls around and we are trying to practice the servicem, I realize that Nora is going to scream her head off. 

Sunday morning I'm trying to think of everything I could bring with me to keep not only Nora happy but to also keep Leo occupied.  Leo usually goes to the nursery with Nora so neither one is use to sitting still for the entire service.  I pack the biggest tote I can find full of a new puzzle book and crayons for Leo, Nora's favorite Cookie Monster lovey, several Hotwheels for Leo, and a sippy cup for Nora.  I feel like I'm getting ready for an overnight trip.  Thankfully I was prepared because we needed all these items plus some!

The children are use to attending church with only me so it was a treat to have Nana, Daddy, and the two godparents, Heather and Kenny, with us.  This was a big help because Heather entertained Leo while Nana and I entertained Nora.  Everything was going well until it was time for the actual baptism.  It was like Nora remembered the practice because was soon as we got to the front of the church she started fussing.  At practice, the priest told us that Nora's fussing and crying always bothers the parents more that the congregation.  He was right.  Everyone was very nice and ooohh and aaahhed over Nora and Leo.  Leo did great as the big brother.  He stood very patiently with us while Nora's was baptised.  Again, overall it was a great expereince.