Ruthie's Baptism

After lots of rescheduling because of the recent deaths in our families, we held Ruthie's baptism on the same same as Nanny McNulty's funeral. Ruth's middle name (Margaret) is after Nan, and we all took a little comfort in the idea of their two souls sharing the day. 

Father Bill, Grampie Logan's first cousin, is the priest who married us and has baptized all of our kids. He always has such kind and encouraging words, and simple clear messages. We are so fortunate to have him around!

Thanks to Auntie E for taking a few pics of Ruthie's big day.

Here is Isaac, standing at attention and trying his hardest when asked to help hold something for Father Bill. That lasted about 3 minutes, until he said in a stage whisper: "Hey Dad, do you want to help Bill?" And once his job was done, he announced: "Excuse me. Excuse me, everyone. I don't want to be a helper." Oh, the honesty of a three-year-old!

 Grampy McNulty used to joke that you know "it took" if the baby cried. And cry she did!

We were so happy to have Jane's brother Joe with us to be Ruthie's Godfather. Jane's cousin Martha is the Godmother but unable to make it from Massachusetts for the baptism, so Nan stood in. Ruthie will get to meet her wonderful Godmother when they visit in April.