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Thread: Baptism of Master Strange - your invitation
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Jonathan Strange
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Dear Shippies
In my time on board the Ship of Fools I have received such love and support that I can hardly tell. This is all the more amazing that I've only met about two shipmates in real life and yet I've enjoyed the prayer support of a whole community. Many of you have supported us through the horrors of four miscarriages over a number of years, so it is only right that can celebrate with us, now that Master Strange has arrived.
We're baptising him on 13 May 2012 at St Paul's Church, Leamington Spa, and you're invitied.
This is a normal family service with the baptism added in the middle somewhere. So that shippies are not surprised on the day, let me tell you that St Paul's is a family-oriented, evangelical Anglican church with a band and lots of groups for children. The service will begin at 10.30am but parking can be a trial, so come a bit earlier if you can. After the service, we might walk around to the nearby Jephson Gardens for a picnic.
We are inviting everyone we know, so - and here I need your understanding - I will be overwhelmed with attending to my extended family and thus the chances of me being able to spend quality time with shippies are slim. It is a shame.
I did wonder that if lots of shippies want to come, perhaps there could be an informal shipmeet at a nearby pub or in the gardens?
Interested?
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Japes
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I'm certainly interested!
I'm within easy reach by train, (provided there are no engineering works) know Leamington well, and went to St Paul's for a couple of months a few summers ago when I was living in the area temporarily.
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comet
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oh I wish I could make it! I'll be thinking of our young Master Strange on the day!
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Moo
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I would love to come, but there's a large pond in the way.
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Jahlove
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Dear Jonathan, sadly, it's too far for me. Delighted for you in your joy tho' and will be thinking of you, your family and especially baptismal prayers for young Strange on that day.
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Emma Louise
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We won't be able to make it as we haven't sussed travelling with 2 small people yet...
but having shared part of your journey with you will certainly be thinking of you all and sending many good wishes your way.
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jackanapes
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We'd love to be there and we know a few people at St Paul's, so it's very tempting. However, we're trying to limit the number of expeditions we mount with jack and jill, as long days out tend to leave us all a bit knackered and grouchy. We will certainly remember you.
Hope all is well with the Strange family.
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Gee D
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Sadly, it's unlikely that we shall be there, but the date's in the diary and the little fellow will be remembered.
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Janine
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Ye gods, 'course we're interested. Bunches of interested people are smiling all over the Ship Universe about this. So many of us only wish we could be there in person.
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Lamb Chopped
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Must look round for a silver teething ring...
You will remember to print this thread out and show it to him when he's sixteen, won't you?
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Piglet
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Wrong side of the pond I'm afraid, but I can offer prayers and best wishes. ![[Smile]](smile.gif)
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Japes
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Have checked I'm not doing anything else that Sunday, so I will be there!
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Zacchaeus
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What Janine said..
have a wonderful celebration with you family and friends.
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St Everild
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Sending my very best wishes for you all - I have to be in the church of which I am the vicar at that time on a Sunday morning, or else I would certainly have been there.
Can anyone who is going let us all know how it went?
[ 04. April 2012, 08:03: Message edited by: St Everild ]
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Uncle Pete
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Certainly, I will be there, beaming Canadian smiles the entire time!
I will certainly remember you at Mass on that Sunday, although 0830 EDT is a little past the baptismal time.
May I ask that we be apprised of his baptismal names? (All 16 thousand of them ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif) )
If you would rather not, perhaps a PM?
Every blessing on you all.
![[Axe murder]](graemlins/lovedrops.gif) honorary Grampa PeteC
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Earwig
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quote:
Originally posted by PeteC:
May I ask that we be apprised of his baptismal names? (All 16 thousand of them )
I'm pretty sure one was Hrothgar.
Sadly, I've got a weekend away booked for that weekend, or I'd love to have been there.
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Jonathan Strange
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I suppose I can say that his nicknames have been Pickle, Mr.Wriggle, Mr.Baby, His Royal Cuteness, Grumblestiltskin, Megababy (for when he's in super-hero mode) and many more.
His real name is
Richard Charles
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At the sound of his roar, sorrows will be no more,
When he bears his teeth, winter meets its death,
When he shakes his mane, we shall have spring again"
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Welease Woderwick
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I will actually be in UK at the time but hope to be at Meeting for Worship with Birkenhead Friends - I will try to remember to remember you all and hold you all in the Light, which I do anyway.
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Jigsaw
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I'll be there. Really.
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Mamacita
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quote:
Originally posted by Janine:
Ye gods, 'course we're interested. Bunches of interested people are smiling all over the Ship Universe about this. So many of us only wish we could be there in person.
Can't say it any better than that. Many blessings upon the young Master Strange!
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Huia
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Jonathan Strange, just think of us as your "clouds of witnesses who surround (you) on every side" (though not quite countless as heaven's stars ).
I think I read something like that somewhere .
I too will be with you in spirit.
Huia
[ 05. April 2012, 06:34: Message edited by: Huia ]
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Kelly Alves
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Nicely put, Huia. Many blessing to the Strange Family.
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Taliesin
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As expressed so nicely above... I'll be there in spirit. I'm so glad... and thanks very much for the invitation!
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Tree Bee
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I'll be attending my niece's wedding in Norwich that weekend so I can't be with you in person.
Count me in that cloud of witnesses.
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QLib
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Well said, Gwai.
Enjoy your day, JS
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Jahlove
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It's a nice tradition, I think, for those who cannot be at an event in person, to give a *spiritual bouquet* (several people did this for me on my reception). (A bit like the well-wishing gifts of fairy godmothers ![[Biased]](wink.gif) )
If it doesn't offend your religious sensibilities, Jonathan, I will offer the rosary of the Joyful Mysteries for Richard Charles.
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Nicolemr
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Wish I could be there but the Atlantic Ocean divides. But many prayers and good wishes.
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Japes
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If people want to send me messages/greetings, that I could make into an SoF card/booklet/memento for young Master Strange and take with me on the day, I'd be very happy to do that on our behalf.
Just a thought...
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Enigma
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What a fab idea Japes - how would this work?
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Jonathan Strange
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You are all very kind - thank you.
Jahlove: thank you very much for such a meaningful gift; we would be delighted.
I'm happy to provide my RL address if that helps.
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At the sound of his roar, sorrows will be no more,
When he bears his teeth, winter meets its death,
When he shakes his mane, we shall have spring again"
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Welease Woderwick
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quote:
Originally posted by Jonathan Strange:
...I'm happy to provide my RL address if that helps.
I know you probably know this but just in case PLEASE only supply your real life address by PM to people you trust - please DO NOT publish it on an open thread!
WW
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[ 06. April 2012, 08:18: Message edited by: Welease Woderwick ]
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North East Quine
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I will also be thinking of you on the day, and wishing the Strange family much happiness.
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sabine
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This thread has touched me very much in light of the history contained.
I wish we weren't a multi-national board full of busy people so that more of us could fully represent our feelings with our actual presence.
May God's Light and Grace surround you now, during the service, and throughout the lives of your family and your son.
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Yerevan
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Having shared a Shipmates Expecting thread with you I would love to, but the travel practicalities might be tricky with a five month old in tow! Hope you have a wonderful celebration.
PS Soooo, how much sleep are you getting these days? ![[Devil]](graemlins/devil.gif)
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Welease Woderwick
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quote:
Originally posted by Japes:
If people want to send me messages/greetings, that I could make into an SoF card/booklet/memento for young Master Strange and take with me on the day, I'd be very happy to do that on our behalf.
Just a thought...
Japes, please add my name to anything you compile - thank you.
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I give thanks for unknown blessings already on their way.
Fancy a break in South India?
Accessible Homestay Guesthouse in Central Kerala, contact me for details
What part of Matt. 7:1 don't you understand?
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Malin
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So delighted to hear about the baptism, can't be with you on the day but will be thinking of you all and there in spirit.
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Uncle Pete
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quote:
Originally posted by Welease Woderwick:
quote:
Originally posted by Japes:
If people want to send me messages/greetings, that I could make into an SoF card/booklet/memento for young Master Strange and take with me on the day, I'd be very happy to do that on our behalf.
Just a thought...
Japes, please add my name to anything you compile - thank you.
And mine. Pete
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Latchkey Kid
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I may be going from Rugby to Sevenoaks on that day and may be able to make it, but my travel is not yet settled.
Japes, Please add my name.
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Japes
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I'm making a note of the names as they are added!!
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Gee D
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Please add us.
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Moo
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Me too, please.
Moo
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The Intrepid Mrs S
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JS, it was your very moving OP that got me off the lurkers' bench at last. Have a very blessed day
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Pine Marten
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Mine too, please! Have a glorious, blessed day!
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sabine
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Please also add my name to the list.
May the life of the expanded Strange family be filled with Grace and Love and wonder.
sabine
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