Hallie's Baptism...really?

There aren't very many events in my life, so far, that have made me feel like I'm getting older.  This...may be the first!  I can't believe my beautiful baby girl (yes, I'm talking about Hallie) is already 8 years old!  We wanted to make the day special for her, so to start it out Jamie took Hallie to a local salon/spa where Hallie was treated to a tea cup of sprite and a chocolate cupcake while her hair was being done.  Grandmas, Grandpas, uncles, aunts, and cousins all came into town for the occassion.  Hallie made it home just in time to get dressed in her beautiful new white dress and make it over to the church for the baptism.  To sum the day up quickly, all I can say is that it was a perfect day, Hallie was so happy to have local and long-distance family members extend their love and support, and I think it was one that Hallie will always remember.