“My first communion is tomorrow at St. Margaret’s. It is supposed to be royal and pretty. I am 11. I don’t wear a lot of dresses, so wearing this dress feels weird. I would rather be in shorts. We studied for communion for two years and there was a hard test. There will be a celebration at our church to celebrate being holy to God. I am excited it is almost here. My mom helped me through this and find my dress. I love my mom, she is so much fun.”
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You look beautiful in your First Communion dress sweet girl. I know your Mama is proud of you and glad you didn’t wear shorts even though I am sure you would look beautiful whatever you wore. Always remember God loves you just the way you are and whatever you are wearing. Along with your Mama, I am happy you chose to wear the lovely dress she found for you. Congratulations on your very special day.
Bless you beautiful one. It is an honor to celebrate being Holy to God.