It is Saturday and we just returned home from dinner with your godparents, and your mom, after your baptism.
I am so proud to be your father, and I am sure it showed as I held you gently over the baptismal fount to have Father D. poor water over your precious head. You were dressed in a beautiful white gown, and it was made extra special by a small gold pin, which had the image of Mary Mother of Jesus, which I purchased for you, with the prayer that she will lead you to a God filled life. And, with the hope that she will continue to increase my confidence and servant's heart's desire to yield to God's leadership in my life's commitment to you and our family.
In keeping with that commitment, this morning, at 3:00 a.m., I spent time with our Lord in Eucharist Adoration until 4. It was the first time I ever contemplated, prayed, focused and listened to the Lord in such a way. I was truly blessed. It strengthened my soul, and humbled my spirit.
God could not have picked a more precious day, the day of your baptism, to commemorate my fist day in His real presence.
I love you tremendously, and I am learning daily how expansive is God's love for each of us.
May the Lord bless you, my precious daughter, and may His blessings in our family lead to his glory.
Your devoted Papa
