Mountfield village voice

The service was conducted by Reverend Geoffrey Pickering. Toby looked lovely in his outfit of white shorts and shirt. He took everything in his stride and had a good look at everybody in the congregation when Rev’d Pickering carried him around the church to introduce him. Toby’s two year old brother Henry watched carefully and also looked delightful in his check shirt and blue trousers. Toby was anointed with oil and his parents Richard and Rebecca along with godparents Kelly Leigh and John Morgan promised to ensure that he is brought up to follow the Christian faith. His Grandparents Jim and Brenda Ray and Graham Crawford looked on proudly. It was the first Sunday service for several months due to essential repairs having to be carried out. Rev’d Pickering gave an interesting address to an almost full church making references to modern technology and how that can help to remind us to keep in touch with God.

After the service, the Christening party made their way to the village hall. The tables had been decorated beautifully with flower arrangements Brenda had made. There was a lovely buffet which everybody enjoyed including delicious cup cakes made by Brenda’s friend Janet. Rebecca had decorated Toby’s Christening cake with his name on little building blocks, a blue teddy bear and blanket ( all made out of icing. ) It looked really good. Young Toby’s family had certainly been very busy preparing for the day. Despite not having his usual morning nap, Toby continued to be happy and enjoyed being given his lunch by his Auntie Helen whilst sitting in the highchair. Henry and other children played happily around the hall. Richard made a poignant speech about Toby growing up and remembering his late Mother, Penny who sadly passed away earlier this year saying how she adored Toby. A toast was made wishing Toby all the very best for his life.

A final reminder that the Mountfield 2012 Jubilee Fete takes place tomorrow ( Saturday 23rd. ) So, do try to go along to Solomon’s Lane between 1 and 4pm where there will be loads of different things going on. Something for everyone I’m sure!. You can even go in Royal Fancy dress and take part in the competition. Entrance is 50 pence, under sixteens free. I do hope that the weather is kind and everyone enjoys seeing the displays of vintage and classic vehicles, machinery, a vintage glider, Battle fire and rescue, archery and an owl display. Also, there will be Mountfield 2012 races, a barbecue, Pimms and beer tents, pony rides, Tarot readings, a tug of war, football talent contest, bouncy castle, portrait painting and a Grand Raffle. Police cadets will be there and a variety of stalls be selling cakes, books and ice cream. There will be a name the teddy competition, a chocolate tombola, electric challenge, buried treasure, coconut shy and skittles.

Heather Mulligan, 15 Eatenden Lane