Newly Baptized

What a great looking group of family and friends! Brooklyn's godfather, Charles, is nearest the Easter candle. Brooklyn is asleep in her Mom's arms, John Jeffrey is missing nothing while in his Dad's arms, and little Jamie is standing so nicely next to her Mom, Brooklyn's godmother. I tried hard to capture part of the video where Brooklyn was sound asleep and was abruptly awakened with the pouring of water on her head. With each of the three pours, her limbs became increasingly animated and was the cutest and funniest sight! Alas, I couldn't succeed. Her little body was just too active and quick so all I got was a blur!
Here's the newest member of the Catholic church being her cute little self at home. You did great yesterday, Brooklyn!

Sideways Parade to Houston Park

Thanksgiving Day

After a huge breakfast, a long walk in 12 degrees temperatures, preparing stuffing on the stove to shove into the cavity, the bird finally went into the oven at 10:30.

Kitty's water was frozen, again, and he doesn't really care. He knows to sip from the inside bowl. He also likes to supervise Jeff doing yardwork.

The chunks of ice never did thaw; it only got up to 23 degrees on Thanksgiving Day.

There was lots of cooking today.

And more cooking.......................... the green bean casserole with

onions is a favorite.

Jeff was in charge of the nut cups, a family tradition.

The brothers strung Christmas lights while waiting for the turkey to finish cooking.

Younger brother did some yardwork; most of the leaves are now gone!

And finally, after a huge meal, there was time to relax and do a bit of knitting.

Cameraman and My Camera

Jeff was using my camera to get a family picture. We have lots of family represented; it was a fun gathering!

Family