10 April 2012

Easter and Confirmation

Claire was confirmed at the Easter Vigil this year.  We are so proud of all her hard work memorizing the entire Catechism (word for word--no mistakes!).  As I tucked the kids into bed on Easter night, I asked them what their favorite part of the day was.  I fully expected an exuberant EASTER BASKETS! as a unanimous answer, but instead they all talked about how special it was watching Claire take the Eucharist for the first time.  I completely agree.  Chris started the waterworks at the altar, I followed suit.

9 comments:

Lauren said...

Awww. What a lovely family. And such a special day for Claire. And Erin, you look great in that dress, contrary to what Gus may think.

Beautiful family.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful family picture. I second Lauren's comment - the dress looks great. Gus didn't like it? Sounds like a funny story you'll have to tell me.

Jeannette

Meghan said...

Could that family picture be any better? No. Tell Claire I love her Target headband. Fabulous. I almost got it for Audrey a couple weeks ago.

Susan said...

What's this ... you goin' and makin' me cry?! "They all talked about how special it was watching Claire take the Eucharist for the first time." Hooray for them that they rejoice with their sister!!

Kellee said...

I remember that altar! And kudos to you and Chris for doing the hard work of raising your kids in the faith, for making them learn the catechism, for getting them to church every Sunday. That makes your tears totally worth it.

Kellee said...

Oops. It's not actually Kellee. It's Adriane. I should probably stop hacking my sister's account and sign in as myself.

Grace said...

Awe!! Congrats Claire!!! :D What a special day!!!!

Lisa Diane said...

Erin - you have a BEAUTIFUL family! Just lovely...ohmygoodness. And I am so happy to hear Claire was confirmed - what a blessing! And I for one am glad your blog is back. I truly enjoy all your wonderful tales, pictures, meal plans and adventures. God's Blessings to you all!

P.S. Not a creeper...just Meghan's mom!

mrs. c said...

Can't believe that Claire is confirmed. Congrats to her, and you guys - i totally teared up too just reading the post...