In our church, little babies receive a blessing and get their names listed on the church records, similar yet totally different than a christening. Today was Rusty’s special day.
The outfit is the same one we used for Ricky and Billy and that my mom used for my brother Dan (not quite 40 years ago). Here is the goofy hat that came with it.
It was a special day with a lot of my family coming to celebrate with us at church and then a little luncheon afterwards at our home.
The weather did not cooperate though. We woke up to blizzard type winds and snow! Ricky was so excited about the day that we couldn’t get him to cooperate either and we ended up a few minutes late to church. And, our church leaders, who knew we were blessing Rusty, didn’t have the paperwork or the microphone in place, so there were a few awkward moments, but the spirit was lovely and Kevin said some beautiful things. Here is a glimpse of Rusty’s smile.
Here are a few moments from the day. Tony conversing with Rusty. Mom with 4 of her grandbabies. Baby Cate in her gorgeous headband flower.
Rusty and Cate had some bonding moments today. With the two of them being the closest in age among the grandkids here, I’m sure there will be some give and take — tractors, truck, and dollies. Cate was letting Rusty know that she is bigger, for now.
She was whacking his head over and over and fairly hard! We would have stopped her sooner if we hadn’t been laughing so much! Then there had to be a “kiss it all better.”
Then I think the two were just done with each other and this photo shoot.
Billy is still feeling cruddy, so we made sure he took a good nap. He missed most of the fun but Ricky did demonstrate his tongue abilities. I’m so proud that he takes after me!
And, Cathy sought her revenge for me painting Baby Cate’s toenails. Rusty wasn’t thrilled.
Aunt Wendi had to head home yesterday. It was a nice visit and Billy was finally warming up. Here is some actual physical contact — a high five.
Come back soon, Aunt Wendi!
Ricky came up from the playing in the toy room with Cousin Danny and informed Aunt Cathy, “Something doesn’t smell good downstairs.” She sent him back down to smell Danny’s diaper and his report was, “Yep. He definitely needs his diaper changed.” He’s growing up too fast!
And for all of those who think my boys all look alike, which one is which?
