Finally on Father's day our little boy was baptized. Julius Mandela is the name officially. Julius comes from his babu (grandfather on daddy's side) and Mandela of course from Nelson Mandela - to respect his amazing work for human rights - against racism. Felt suitable for our little mixed family. And sounded so soft and flowing when all the names were put together.
Julius started out smiling and laughing to the Priest Ville but at some point became fussy and started crying - and cried until the thing was over. After that he was his normal self. I love this picture. Julius is looking straight into Ville's eyes - and it was the part he was being told that today he will be baptized.
Getting ready for Christmas season is not simple. We are trying hard to keep
it as relaxed as possible but it seems impossible at times. We started by doing a photo
shoot of Julius and I will turn the photos into cards and at least our friends and relatives get
a small Christmas wish from us incase my head explodes before the actual date.
We will be having the family over for a late lunch and then we will go to my mothers for
the rest of the day.
It's a magical time of the year. I just wish I had more energy to deal with it... But I guess the
most important thing is to be with family and friends and that's one thing I know I'll be able to manage :D
