Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Cristina Lei's Baptism

Cristina had a beautiful baptism this past Sunday, November 18th, her 6-month birthday.

Her godparents were a mix of Buddhist and Catholic...and her parents were a mix of Catholic and Mormon (I was baptized Mormon but no longer practice), but we all gathered on a partly cloudy day at St. Clement's, an Episcopal church just down the road from our home, and we all promised to God that we would take care of this amazing little girl that has blessed our lives. I started this blog three years ago saying that  family comes from everywhere...and it's true. The evolution of all our lives, as parents, godparents, surrogates, uncles and aunts, nieces and nephews, cousins, grandparents and close friends, crystalized on this special day to celebrate Cristina Lei.  About 30 of our family and friends witnessed the baptism and we couldn't have been happier. 

As our surrogate said, the family and community part of coming to church is one of the best parts...and I agree.  Here are some photos to capture the day.

Godparents Todd and Kay, Me and a sleepy Cristina, Reverand Liz and Bill

My cousin's husband, Mal, and my older brother, Matt

Nephews Balen and Aidan, and Niece Mariah 
(they all were very good throughout the service, especially B&A)

My older brother, Scott, giving Cristina some love.

A little blessing...

She's still trying to make sense of it :-)

Mal, Tressa, Nohea, Kaula and her BF, and my cousin Linda

My oldest brother, Mark, gave me our grandfather's bible, which was handed down to our mother, and then to our family. Very special gift!

Super close friend and God father Todd

A little party after the baptism...lots of smiles


Incredibly grateful, especially at this time during Thanksgiving, for our awesome blessings.

Much love,
BCCD

19 comments:

  1. She is such a gorgeous little girl. Blessing to you all.

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    1. Thank you, Aleksandra...as are your little kiddos! Blessings and happy holidays!

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  2. Congratulations on Christina's Baptism.
    And I must tell you, that is one beautiful and happy little girl you got there. Now, don't be running and telling all the other Gays I said that. You know how jealous they can get. wink!
    Happy Thanksgiving.
    Your Friend, m.

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    1. Thanks, Mark! I envy your photography of YOUR beautiful kids so I think it goes both ways...not say I'm bisexual or anything (did I just say that? lol). Happy Thanksgiving!

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  3. What a lucky little girl to be surrounded by so much love!

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    1. We are so thankful EVERY DAY...so thank you again for making us realize that :-)

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  4. Happy Baptism Cristina Lei! What a wonderful family celebration. I agree with your definition of family......it involves so many wonderful people.

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    1. Family are the ones that love you and accept you and are happy for you...with no conditions or limitations. It's called unconditional love! Thanks for your well wishes...

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  5. I'm not sure I've seen a happier family than in the last photo. Congrats to the entire family.

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    1. Thank you..I'm so glad it shows because it's 110% true!

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  6. what a lovely celebration of her and your family! congrats and much love to all of you. =)

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    1. Thanks Momma L! Sending lots 'o' love back...Happy Thanksgiving!

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  7. Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Baptism all at once....very special moment. Your friends and family certainly tell the whole story, the feeling of love that was being shared. Cristina is one lucky ducky!

    Sophie and Ron

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    1. Thanks Sophie and Ron. Incredibly lucky to have all this love being shared! Happy holidays!

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  8. Congratulations on the Baptism!! Christina is beautiful!

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    1. Thank you so much! So good to hear from y'all! Happy holidays...

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  9. LOVE the pictures! It looks like it was an amazing day. Christina is one lucky little gal and P.S. the new header is super cute. :)

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