"This has gotta be the good life..." : Jackson Cooper Stell is Baptised! 1/15/12

Cooper was Baptised this past Sunday by Father Francois at our church, St. Elizabeth's. We were overjoyed to have so many friends and family come and join us on such a beautiful and important day in Cooper's life. The Mass was absolutely perfect, presided over by our friend Fr. Francois. Cooper's Godparents could not have been more caring or loving toward him, and I know that they will always be there for him, love him, and guide him. As many of you know, Scott plays piano for the St. Elizabeth gospel choir, so we were able to pick and choose the very best songs for this special day. Scott even sang a solo: "Pass Me Not" and I honestly can not think of anything more touching than for Daddy singing at Cooper's Baptism. It is yet another reminder, amongst the daily reminders, of what a wonderful person Scott is, what an incredible and loving father, and how in love I am with him, still. The following are just a few pictures from the Mass, and the Repast at our home.

Scott at the Piano

Parents, Godparents, Grandparents, and Fr. Francois

Being Baptised!!!

The Presentation

Fr. and Cooper

Congratulations, Jackson Cooper

The presentation of Cooper's Baptismal Stole, draped on him by Mommy

Mommy holding Cooper's Pascal Candle, his Baptismal Light

Applause

So happy!

So proud!

Beautiful, and BAPTISED!

That China Bible was on the cake at my Baptismal Repast, too! Passing on tradition to Cooper!

Southern Living Iced Coffee- (gasp- delish), Mimosa, Champagne, Iced Tea

Strawberry Blueberry Walnut Parfaits, Fruit Salad, Assorted Muffins, Assorted Donuts, Hash browns, Tomato Basil Mozzarella kabobs, sausage patties, sausage links, bacon, crousants, egg salad, sliced ham, shrimp. Thanks to Scott and Amy who stayed up with me until 4 in the MORNING preparing. Thanks to the both of you, my loves, this Repast was gorgeous and tasty!