WIWS (baby edition!) and a Baptism

So I'm a day behind on the outfit post, but I think that's not too shabby for having a toddler and a 3-week-old! *patting self on back* Outfit wise, I carried small so yes, I'm back in lots of my non-maternity clothes, although things with knit stretchy waistbands are pretty much always a favorite. And lots of things are still awkward with the postpartum tummy, hence elongating all shirts with a cami underneath. Actually, that's pretty much a wardrobe staple for all times in my book.

 

Mass behavior was good on all fronts: Hugh slept through, and Annie was a little squirmy but quiet for Daddy, so that was nice for me. I was actually able to pay some attention, which was a bit different from going to mass solo with both kids all this week. (Lesson learned after day 1: my MO has to be having Hugh in the wrap so that I can have both hands to deal with keeping Annie focused/quiet/from tottering off the kneeled, etc. Today it went surprisingly well - I also have a new-found appreciation for being tall: there's enough lap space for me to have Hugh wrapped in front and have Annie sit on my lap, if necessary.)

 

Sweater: The Limited and well-loved; Shirt: LOFT; Skirt: GAP Maternity; Hugh: Sleeper and jacket from Old Navy courtesy of my Aunt and Uncle :)



Annie's sweater: Cherokee?; Dress: Carter's, and possibly my favorite of the moment; Shoes: too small already! At least, with tights, but they aren't exactly the go-barefoot type, and I thought they'd be staples for at least another couple months! Boo hiss.

Moving on to other events from last week that I haven't had time to chronicle yet for the masses...

Aren't baptisms the best?! And weddings?! and all the sacraments?!

 

So our little man was officially welcomed into the Church last weekend, and it was just lovely. A bit last-minute in the planning, so a bunch of people were unable to make it, but it's all about the baby, not about me or them or anyone else. Hugh was there, the priest was there, his godparents were there, and he was christened. Huzzah for another Christian! :)

 

So yes, here goes another photo dump . . . about all I can manage these days as we get used to two munchkins around here. Maybe one day I'll write something profound or funny or anecdotal or . . . just . . . anything! Again.

It was a christening in the Old Latin Rite, so we started with blessing with oils, etc. in the vestibule, then processed into the church ("baptistry") for the baptism portion.

 

Godparents: Michael's former roommate, and one of my friends from college (unrelated to each other). Apparently it's tradition that the godmother holds the baby throughout - a nice break for me! :)

Hugh pretty much slept through the entire thing.

 

We also did the "Churching of Women" ceremony, which I had never heard of/seen done before Michael suggested it as part of Annie's baptism day. I think it's such a neat and beautiful tradition that's been kind of lost along the way. Extra blessings to help you be a good mother? Yes, please!

 

We also had Father lead us in a consecration of Hugh to Mary's Immaculate Heart - what can I say, just trying to cram in as many awesome Catholic things as possible in one day ;)

The christening gown is an heirloom from Michael's family, and is absolutely beautifully handcrafted.  Also, I told you I'm kind of addicted to that cardigan - I'm on the search for a similar one for when this one goes totally threadbare.

Blurry, but so cute I couldn't resist!

My beautiful mama and proud grandmother (Hugh is #10!)

Another dear friend snuggles Mr. Snoozy

Well, until next time, cheerio, and hopefully I'll take some more pictures in the near future! Linking up with Fine Linen & Purple.

PS - Hugh just rolled from tummy to back tonight. At 3 weeks old. Look out world...