Friday, December 28, 2007

Andy Prior to the Baptism

On Christmas Day, Isabel and Zoe were baptized. What a special day! Here's Godfather to Zoe Louise, Uncle Andy, getting ready for the big event. Uncle Ben became the godfather to Isabel Grace.

Ben Getting Ready to Go to the Baptism

Here's Godfather Ben, just before getting into the Sprintmobile to go down to the church.

The Bros on Their Way to Godfatherhood

Here are Andy and Ben, walking down the sidewalk alongside the church. The baptism took place at Luther Memorial, the UW campus church, on University Avenue. They are making their way to the baptism of their nieces, Isabel and Zoe. They are NOT holding hands!

Hey, I'm Mellow!

Here's Zoe, resting in her carseat on a pew at the church.

The Bell and the Gumpy

Isabel and Gumpy Ken prior to the baptism. Mama Judy is seen (a part of Mama Judy) on the left.

Zoe Calmly Awaits Her Baptism

Fast asleep Zoe, just before baptism.

After the Dip

Here's Isabel after Daddy held her over the baptismal font. Mama Judy and Zoe stand nearby.

During the Baptismal Ceremony

Ben and Andy watch as the girls are baptized.

The Bros

Here are Craig, Ben and Andy after a walk through the church, celebrating the baptism of Zoe and Isabel.

The Happy Family

After the baptism, the entire baptismal party walked through the church. Here are Craig, Judy, Zoe, Lindsey and Isabel after the jaunt.

Here We All Are

After the baptism, we all gathered at the front of the church. Isabel is in front. The others, from left to right are Judy's brother Steve and his wife Deb, Grandma Kathy, Ben, Steve and Deb's daughters Lindsey and Libby, Andy, Judy and Craig. And oh, yes - the Zestful Zoe is in Libby's arms.

Smile Pretty

Isabel is thinking, "Are we done YET??!!" You can see that Zoe has her opinion, as well.

The Baptismal Party

Smiles on a happy day. Ben, Andy, Lindsey, Libby, Zoe and Isabel are special people!

Daddy and Daughter

Fun and games on Christmas Day. Tickle-tickle!

Mama Judy and Baby Zoe

Here's the Christmas baby. She was a happy girl all day.

The Rock Hero Guy

Here's Andy playing his guitar for Guitar Hero. He beat all the songs, but one.

Saturday, December 8, 2007

It's Time To Celebrate!

The screen says it all. What better way to celebrate the CIA Graduation than to enjoy a huge buffet of extraordinary hors d'eouvres at the CIA Rec Center. Yummy Deluxe!

The Magic Moment

It was over in a blur! Here's blurry Ben receiving his diploma. On to the next adventure!

Ben Off Stage Right

Here's Ben coming down the stairs after being honored for his exceptional grades. He was one of six to receive awards.

For Real!

A welcoming sign at the BardavonTheater in Poughkeepsie.

The Happy Grads

Ben Holt and Michael Warring at their graduation ceremony in Poughkeepsie, NY on November 29, 2007. Cheers!