Matthew’s Baptism

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The Saturday after Thanksgiving we had a wonderful thing happen for Matthew and our family. Matthew was baptized. Doesn’t he look so happy and handsome? Both my mom and Tom’s mom spoke, Jenny, Lucy, & I sang, and Tom performed the baptism and confirmation. It was simple yet profound.
Handsome Matthew
A picture of our family after the baptism.
Matthew's baptism
Besides my family coming for Thanksgiving, Tom’s parents, Tom’s sister Linda and her family, and another one of our nephews who is Matthew’s age were the family members who came to support Matthew. We didn’t do too well with taking many pictures, but I know it is a day we will never forget.
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Comments

Caitlin said…
Wonderful posts and pictures! :) Happy happy Birthday, Thanksgiving and Baptism! :):)
December 8, 2010 at 3:39 PM
Casey and Rachel said…
Congratulations Matthew! What a great decision you have made. We are so proud of you. Sorry we couldn't make it to your baptism. We sure love all you guys!
December 8, 2010 at 3:54 PM
Erin said…
What a wonderful day! After these all these years of knowing you, you're still stinking gorgeous:D
December 9, 2010 at 7:02 AM
triplej said…
That is so fun and wonderful. It really is an amazing thing to have your first baptized. Congratulations!
December 14, 2010 at 12:43 PM
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