Linnaea was baptized on Sunday, August 21. By coincidence, Paul was lector, which was really nice. Our daughter was wonderful during the sacrament–the rest of worship, too. I think the congregation enjoyed watching her as she looked up at Paul from the font.

It’s hard to describe the way I felt. Joy and relief come to mind, but I think the strongest emotion was born of the responsibility that lies ahead for me, both as her mother and as her teacher, to raise her in the faith, and the great challenge that presents. Thankfully, I am not, nor will I be alone.