Evan's Baptism

August 28, 2011

Smooth is not a word I would use to describe Evan's Baptism.  It reminded me much of Jack's in that he did not cooperate very well. 

Since Jack was baptized at Christ the King in Evansville, this was a new experience for us at Saints Francis and Clare.  First of all, Evan was not ready when his name was called.  I was giving him a bottle after mass so he would be calm and happy!  I also did not have his gown on yet because I wanted him to be calm and happy.

Evan's name was called, and Father Vince was ready to begin.  I quickly threw the gown on Evan after I took the bottle out of his mouth.  I didn't even have time to button any of the buttons or snap any of the snaps.

I didn't know Father Vince was going to baptize three babies at once, so as Evan cried and screamed, we had quite an audience.  Five minutes of crying felt like five years. 

Finally John took Evan and got him to settle down.  In all of our personal drama, there was actually a baptism going on.  Sorry Father Vince, but this family didn't hear much of what you said at the beginning of the ritual. 

Eventually things got better, and the baby on the end started crying too.  That made me feel better!

Father Vince was great with Evan and Andrew and Lindsey were great in their roles as Godparents.  We were blessed to have so many family and friends turn out for the baptism. 

We headed to our house afterwards for lunch and cake.  We had Matt Mills do some catering for us to make it easier on me.  We got hot chicken and smoked gouda and artichoke gratin from him.  I made a corn and black bean salad and bought a fruit tray. 

Evan got many cards, a personalized bible, and a couple of beautiful picture frames as gifts on his big day.

Despite Evan being upset for the beginning of the ceremony, it was a beautiful event.  We apologized for Evan crying at the beginning to Father Vince.  He replied, "That was the evil coming out." 

A sense of humor is what we all need to get through times like that!

We are relieved, however, there will be no more Siminski baptisms!