Riley Chet Copeland
Riley's middle name was chosen to honor Craig's best friend, Chet Rodgers, who died when they were roommates at UVSC their first year in college. He died very suddenly, and his death has left a hole in all of our hearts since then. He was such a special young man with so many wonderful talents and abilities. He is such a worthy person for Riley to be named after.
Here are Chet's parents, Bishop Larry and Marian, at the blessing. Chet's dad is Craig and Cassie's bishop.
Marian and I have always been the greatest of friends. I just don't get to see her that much anymore since we moved from Gainesville nine years ago.
George and I with Craig, Cassie, and Baby Riley
Some of the friends who were at the blessing:
The Harrells
The Toblers
Walmir and Craig
Afterwards, we went to Craig and Cassie's home where Cassie fixed us a wonderful lunch. We brought this little "Congratulations" cake for Riley. He's not really a baby anymore--he is already three months old, so nothing too babyish!
Garrett and Isaac said they weren't hungry, but could they just have some cake? Hah! Anyway, it was a beautiful day. We are so happy and blessed to have little Riley come into our family.
5 comments:
Looks like it was a great day. We are looking forward to meeting Riley soon. LOVE the cake....bet that made for some good frosting mouth mustaches!!
What a special day!! Glad you could be there.
You are so efficient, Laura--already posting Riley's blessing! So good to see how Riley is growing, along with Amy's darling children! I love your outfit, Laura!
Oh, Laura, little Riley already looks like a little mini Craig...as cute as Craig when he was born. Looks like you had a very special day and I know you live for these days just as we do. By the way, you and George look great!! Tell George "hi" for me.
Wow, this post made me miss Chet. I actually got to know him pretty good the summer before he passed. What an awesome guy and so neat that Craig can remember him through his son. Riley is adorable! He actually looks a bit like my little guy.
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