Scarlet's Baptism...

In late July we had Scarlet's baptism in Cincinnati, OH.  Not many people know the story behind why we chose to have the baptism here...

We had a few pregnancy losses after Evelyn's delivery due to a complication with a prior delivery (which has since been fixed!).  Regardless, it was a tough time for us and each pregnancy was bringing on more and more anxiety and fear.  When we were finally pregnant with Scarlet we had just found out and Joe had to fly to Virginia to be in a friend's wedding.  The friend's brother was studying to be a priest at the time and Joe had mentioned our story.  This brother, Br. Bonaventure, took it upon himself to say a special prayer for our baby with all the brothers of the church and they blessed a rosary to give to our baby.  This meant so much to me and my pregnancy was uneventful and easy and we feel truly blessed that God picked out Scarlet especially for us!  (we just had to wait a little longer for her than we expected).  Everything happens for a reason and we couldn't imagine our lives without this little wonder.

When it came time to baptize Scarlet, Br. Bonaventure had just been newly ordained and we asked if he would do us the honor of baptizing our little one.  We made a weekend of it in Cincinnati and it was a very small, intimate, but very special ceremony for us. 

Evelyn was at the ceremony too.  However, the baptism was at 2:30pm and nap time is usually around 1:00pm.  She was cranky and not cooperating with pictures. 

What a special moment....  Thank you, God, for this sweet little baby who you hand picked to join our family