Michael's First Communion

May is off to a fabulous start. After working all school year in preparation, Michael received the precious body and blood of Jesus at his First Holy Communion! Even though we thought spring was here to stay, we had a cold front roll through North Texas, and it was quite a chilly and windy day. He looked so handsome in his black coat and tie. And despite getting annoyed at me for taking so many pictures of him before and after Mass, he had a smile on his face all day. The Mass was beautiful with great music, and he had lots of family there for his special day.

At this First Communion Mass, the parents got to sit with their children. It was neat to get to walk up with Michael to be right there with him when it was his turn. The only twist was that there was no room for siblings in the reserved seats, so Luke had to sit with the rest of the family away from us. We enjoyed not having to wrestle with the one year old, but we saw him leave the church with Nick, Todd, and then Grandma. Then I had to smile when after all of the First Communion kids had received the Eucharist, we saw Nick carrying Luke up to communion.

We went to Chili's to eat dinner afterwards to celebrate. Michael got to eat some of his favorite foods - quesadillas, french fries, and RIBS!

We are so proud of Michael. Now that he has made his First Communion, he can be an altar server. Tonight was his first time serving, and although we were nervous he did great. It was awesome to see three of my boys all serving together at Mass.