Declan's Baptism

Declan was baptized on September 24! We feel so fortunate that so many friends and family were with us to celebrate his special day. Thanks to everyone who visited from out of town for making the trip. We had a wonderful day surrounded by people we love, great weather, and of course, the treat of seeing Dec fill out a white dress. He was baptized at St. Ignatius Loyola, where his brother, Dad, and Grandpa were baptized while wearing the Christening gown worn by his brother, mom, and Kraft aunt and uncles. All of the kids were great, and we were so lucky to have Father Tom perform the ceremony. What a special day for out little guy!

Declan's baptism weekend also marked the first time he sat in a big boy high chair seat at a restaurant. Who knew they served frog at the Cherry Creek Grill?

What's a visit from Big V and Nana without specials?

Big V keeps his assistant on his toes.

Somebody really loves Aunt Peggy!

Who's ready to be baptized?

This guy.

Dec hangs with Uncle Doc and Jennifer pre-ceremony

Big boys Liam and Tommy try to blow out the candles. Side note: for all of you Modern Family fans, please note Liam's "Cam shirt." Patterned cuffs and collar? Check. Hat tip to Uncle Scott for making the hilarious connection.

Declan with his godfathers, Kevin and Andy.

Dad, Mom, and Liam look on.

Time to get dunked!

Declan opens wide for the blessing.

Dec really, really wanted to grab the candle.

Declan with his godfathers and Father Tom.

Mom and Dad and Father Tom. Dec see the light.

Happy with Aunt Peggy and Aunt Katie.

The zero battery on the camera is really hurting us here. The iphone camera can't quite catch big groups where everyone is moving. Oh well. Here they are...

Krafts

Krafts and Vicentes

Maddens

Cute boy headed home in his white dress.

Madden family pictures!

Love this picture of Den and the Priepkes where Declan is trying to eat Cassidy's hair.

Liz, Babcia, and Ella

Cute Reese

Sweet Sammy

Congratulations, Declan!

Hooligans

Katie and the big boys

Sammy and his best friend in Denver!

Request! Request!

Sam digs it.

Hanging with his grandfathers.

Katie gets to squeeze Declan.

Somebody loves the slide!

Phillies phans!

A classic attempt at a photo of the cousins.

Even a choo choo train photo couldn't fool Sam and Dec into thinking it was a good idea.

Big V being silly with the boys.