Communion of Faith

On Saturday evening,  my little Eva Bean made her first communion.  The weekend was pretty jammed packed. I was starting to feel pretty guilty for not having much prepared or planned for this important occasion.  I guess that's what happens to the third child,  but I wanted to make it special for her anyway.  She's a very special girl and had stolen my heart in more ways than one.  Grace and Alex often refer to her as my favorite.  I love all my children equally, but Eva is just so easy to get a long with.  I really miss the days when it was just me and her all day.  We had a great routine and try to simulate it again whenever we can.  She doesn't ask for much and is compliant with my requests 99% of the time.  I'm sure her easy going personality added to the guilt of not having a special day planned for her.

The cast party for Grace's play was Friday night after the performance.  I didn't get home until after midnight,  but still slept terribly because of the the stuff running through my mind for Saturday.  I planned to get up around 8 am to get started on my list,  but was awake by 6:30 am.

I went ahead and got up to get a head start on the day.  I washed dishes and cleaned the house.... something I had neglected all week.  I baked brownies,  went to the grocery store and hot glued Eva's first communion banner to hang at Church. I started laundry and put rollers in Eva's hair. By this time,  Alex was lost in Minecraft and Layla was content hanging out with Grace.  I took this opportunity to spend time with just Eva.  I did her nails and make up. Then we cuddled up for a little nap. 

We got to Mass early and was really happy I got some great pictures without the insane crowd.

The Mass was nice albeit a little unorganized.  I stood with Eva as she received her first Eucharist. She looked beautiful!  I am so proud of her.  Our journey as a family has not always been easy,  but it had always been faith filled. It's our faith that got us through the rough times,  and I'm so happy she is growing in her faith.   Her relationship with Jesus will continue to strengthen through this communion.

Here are some of my favorite pictures of Eva's special day.