A Baptism and A Birthday Party

As I mentioned in my last post Jimi was baptized and had his sock monkey themed birthday party on the same day, October 2nd. The baptism took place at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Everett. Making the day extra special, my nephew John (my younger sister Stephanie's son) was also baptized at the same service and I just so happen to be his Godmother. Jimi loved watching the water being poured for the baptism and really didn't mind it being dripped on him. I think he thought it was time for a bath in front of all of those people. My Mom threw a small reception after the service. Thanks for all of your hard work Mom!

 (There were some other children being baptized at the later service)

 Jimi with his Godparents, Walker and Melissa

James and I with Jimi and his Godparents

We some how failed to get a picture of Jimi and the Pastor so if anyone who attended the service did and could pass that along it would be greatly appreciated :)

I made sure to set Jimi's birthday party time late enough so that he could get a nap in before his birthday party. It's a good thing I did because he woke up from his nap about 15 minutes into the party starting. The party went great and the rain held off until the clean-up so everyone could enjoy some time outdoors (although it was a little chilly at times). Jimi is a very fortunate little boy and had a lot of friends and family come to his party, including all of his baby friends who were born within two months of each other. It won't be long until they're all running around together! Thank you so much to every one who came to Jimi's party! A special thank you to all of you who drove (and flew) long distances to be there, we really appreciate all of your love and support.

Some party pics:

The balloon wreath I made

Homemade sock monkey smash cake

Banana Chocolate Monkey cupcakes!

Three flavors of cake pops

Baby friends!

Jimi and his awesome pinata

Opening one of the few presents he actually did himself

Carmen and Lindsey

Miles. I have a feeling Miles and Jimi are going to be getting into a lot of mischief together when they're older.

Once again, we some how managed to fail to get a picture of Jimi in his sock monkey birthday t-shirt or a picture of the three of us together... so if anyone who was at the party has those and could pass them along that would be great!