Someone has said that a picture is worth a thousand words, and this one surely is an excellent example! Marlon & Elaine honored me with the privilege of baptizing their daughter, Camille, on Sunday, September 4, 2011 in St. Petersburg, FL.

You might be interested to know that Elaine is from Singapore and Marlon has been transplanted from St. Petersburg, FL, to Hong Kong. They made the19 hour flight from Hong Kong to St. Petersburg to have Camille baptized. Quite an undertaking with a 1 year old! Thankfully, most of Marlon’s family were in attendance, including his 82 year old mother, Chlocile. Her husband and I met at the University of Minnesota in 1962, became very good friends, and the rest is history. Three generations in his family have arrived since we met!

To say the least, I was quite honored to be a part of this beautiful occasion! To  top it off, Marlon & Elaine gifted Annis & I with a four night stay in the Renaissance Vinoy Hotel at the St. Pete marina, one of the most beautiful spots on the planet.

I am glad, however, to be at home and back amongst all of you!