Alyson's Baptism and (early) Birthday Party

Alyson's Baptism was last weekend. I finally got to put her in the dress I bought for the occasion when we were in Guangzhou (China). I was afraid that we waited too long and it wasn't going to fit but it turns out it was a tad too big. She looked adorable though and she handled the Baptism really well considering she's almost 2 and didn't know what was going on.

She looks thrilled doesn't she? We're just glad she's not screaming so this is a pretty happy look afterall.

We're so glad our friends could celebrate with us!

Party Time! (The doorway streamers were a big hit!)

We decided to celebrate Alyson's birthday a little early since we had our friends here.

Mmmm. Cake.

Alyson is intently checking out one of her new Bibles.

Aww. She loves her Godmother Gen :-)

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Side note: To those of you that haven't seen me in person for awhile and are wondering what's up with my crazy long hair, well, I haven't had it cut since May so now I figure I might as well grow it out long enough for Locks of Love. I need a few more inches. So yes, it kind has an 80s thing going on but I blame genetics (for the curls) and laziness and now a purpose (for the amount :-).