lemon baptism

I love this story. A church in Norway had to turn off their water supply due to freezing temperatures. Unfortunately, they didn't have any water hanging around for a baptism. So, they took some lemon soda and used that instead.

The priest said everything about it was normal...except the lemon scent. He told the family because he didn't want them thinking the baby had magical lemon-scented powers. My words, not his.

Ok, now, who out there would NOT want to have a fruit flavored baptism! I don't care what religion you are because making a baby smell like lemon is brilliant. AND pleasing to the nose!

I think the church should have different flavors for baptizing. Maybe a family would like a cherry baby, or perhaps a blueberry baby, or even a lilac baby!

Do you see the possibilities! I mean, look at all your house cleaners. I bet you have lemon, fresh, citrus and spring breeze just lying around everywhere. Wouldn't you love your babies to smell just like that!?

I bet the whole church would smell good, too! I can't believe the church didn't think of this sooner. Baptism attendance would go way up. They could put a sign out front advertising it and everything!

"Scented Baptisms Done Here! Try one of our 31 flavors! Everybody loves a lemon baby!"

Maybe they should change the number. Baskin Robbins might not be happy with the 31. Still, who's gonna sue a church?

I know I'm not the only one who thinks this is a great idea. My invisible friend, Bronwyn, likes it.

My slightly translucent friend, Barnaby, does not.

That's why I don't listen to Barnaby.

I'm of to find friends whose names don't start with B.

Enjoy!

-DJ