We finally managed to get organised and a date was set for Oliver's baptism. It was a lovely day and was even sunny enough for us all to sit in the garden enjoying a glass or two afterwards! Canon Vin Whelan exerted great patience as Oliver buzzed about at the front of the church during the service.
However I rather suspect he got the last laugh as he poured almost a pint of holy water over Oliver's thick head of hair. All in the name of holy baptism of course! Alex and Sarah both read beautifully in church and Grandpa Ray said the bidding prayers.
Oliver had a great day and it wasn't until later on that I discovered he had been grazing off the buffet table helping himself to various goodies. Fuelled by flumps and pork crackling he eventually tired at about 10pm when Daddy gently put him down to bed.
We had a great day and thanks to all that joined us for the service and for drinks afterwards and also for your kind and generous gifts. Special thanks to Vin, of course.