4 months old and Baptized!

That's right - "Baby Marcus" is 4 months old and became a member of God's family! Ellie is growing so fast - I'm already finding it hard to remember her as a newborn! At her pediatrician appointment today we found out she weighs 14lbs, 15oz, coming in at the 75th percentile for her age. And of course it was no surprise to Nick and I that she also measured into the 97th percentile for both her length and head circumference - she truly is her father's daughter! Eliana is right on track developmentally and is still learning new things everyday. We are having so much fun with her and enjoy watching her make new sounds and faces.

Eliana was baptized on Sunday, August 16th at Vinje Lutheran Church (the same church and same pastor who married Nick and I). We chose to have her baptized in Minnesota so that all of our immediate family could be there to witness her baptism, but we were also very blessed to have Grandma Margaret and Aunt Bernice fly in from Chicago for the event. And John's parents and brother were also able to make it (they were here a week early from England for Heather and John's wedding). It turned out to be a beautiful day, though it did rain in the morning so the service was moved indoors (it was originally scheduled to take place in the courtyard).

Ellie wore a gorgeous white gown that her great-aunt Rachel made for her and she looked absolutely beautiful. She was being very squirmy at the beginning of the baptism, but as usual, she loved the water on her head. After the water, she started fussing again, but gave her daddy a HUGE smile once all the commotion was over. Then it was time for a bottle and a nap for the rest of the service. After church, we all headed back to mom and dad Marcus' house for a very yummy lunch and visiting. Ellie was of course a little charmer and enjoyed being the center of attention.

Nick and I would like to say a big Thank-you to Eliana's Godparents: Amanda & Steve Szulczewski and Nick & Brandy Pyle - we love you and know you will watch over Ellie and guide her in her faith. Also a big Thank-you to Mom & Dad Marcus for hosting everyone and all the work for the lunch. And Thank-you to Mom & Dad Wyffels Ellie's baptismal cake! We love you and appreciate you all!

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