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<\/a>Written Aug 27, 2012 11:48am<\/p>\nSunday, August 26th, was a very special day in the life of Evelyn Grace Fretz.\u00a0 She was baptized, bathed in the love of God and family.\u00a0 As very aptly put by the Pastor, “Baptism is an outward symbol of the inward grace of God”.\u00a0 I was most happy to get the phone call several weeks ago from Jared, stating that they were pinning down a date for Evi’s baptism. I remember thinking how joyful Jay must be to have this dialogue taking place.<\/p>\n
Christian, Audrey (my sister) and I made the trek to Pittsburgh for this wonderful occassion.\u00a0 It had been about 1 1\/2 months since I’ve seen\/held Evi and I was excited to be with her, Jared and Kelly!\u00a0 I was totally prepared to give Evi any necessary time to get accustomed to me because at 4+ months, she may be getting particular about who gets to hold her.\u00a0 Much to my wonderment, she immediately came into my outstretched arms and nestled in like we hadn’t missed a beat.\u00a0 She is such a love, she is definitely LOVE!!!\u00a0 I “got” to sway with her, feed her, ease her into a nap and tuck her in for the night.\u00a0 It did my heart so much good to be needed, to feel as though I had a purpose.\u00a0 (Blog on that to follow!)<\/p>\n
Evi is a twin to Jared’s baby pictures.\u00a0 And Jared’s resemblance of Jay is uncanny. Genes certainly are a peculiar thing!\u00a0 She is in the 99% in height and 60% in weight.\u00a0 Her legs and arms seem to go on forever.\u00a0 Evi has the most lovely hands with long, slender fingers that along with my long, slender fingers,\u00a0 she and I intertwined and explored for several minutes during the service.\u00a0 Perhaps the racy red nail polish held her interest but it was a beautiful thing.\u00a0 It was the best hand holding I’ve had in a log time.\u00a0 I wish I had a picture of that as I love hands. (Yet another blog in the future!)\u00a0 So, I’m thinking, who needs toys!<\/p>\n
Before the service began, I held Evi and in the midst of God’s house, I suddenly became overcome with emotion. (I’m sure that’s not a surprising fact!)\u00a0 I knew that Jay was with us but I wanted a sign.\u00a0 I wanted to feel his spirit wrapped around me and Evi like I have felt his warmth cross my shoulders in the past.\u00a0 But, unfortunately, I don’t get to demand signs from the heavens.\u00a0 It just doesn’t work that way.\u00a0 I just have to be receptive and grateful for when they come.\u00a0 Jared picked up on my need for a hug and we embraced with unspoken understanding.<\/p>\n
Little Miss Evi was a perfect angel.\u00a0 The Pastor took her in his arms and as he baptized her with water she did not make a peep.\u00a0 She wore a beautiful white dress embellished with tulle ruffles throughout the skirt compliments of Tia Maya & Uncle Christian.\u00a0 Not many of us remember their baptism, however, Jay did.\u00a0 As an infant he was dedicated at an Assembly of God church but at the age of 23 he was baptized with Christian.<\/p>\n
Personality wise, Evi is delightful and very happy.\u00a0 She smiles a lot and is quite content.\u00a0 She exudes charm even at such an early age and her face is very expressive.\u00a0 Evi likes to grab at things like jewelry, clothes and sometimes hair.<\/p>\n
Jared and Kelly are terrific parents, sharing equally in those duties. I am so proud of them and elated for the life and love they possess!\u00a0 Life is good for them.<\/p>\n
I can’t wait to see them again in about a month!!!\u00a0 Here’s to the little things that make life special!<\/p>\n
Love, Wanda<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Written Aug 27, 2012 11:48am Sunday, August 26th, was a very special day in the life of Evelyn Grace Fretz.\u00a0 She was baptized, bathed in the love of God and family.\u00a0 As very aptly put by the Pastor, “Baptism is … Continue reading