After the Ordination in Europe, my brother, a newly ordained priest, was allowed a "home visit" and a chance for all of us to attend his "First Mass".
The coordinator of the altar boys was kind enough to swap dates so that my boys could serve for their Uncle.
And it was the perfect opportunity for an extended-family "photo op". As you might imagine, a group this size is hard to assemble, much less photograph very often!
We scored a family photo, too. It will be no longer current as soon as Mr. #9 arrives, but I'll take it!
Then there was a reception in the parish hall.
Besides the cake that I'm drooling over right now as I post pictures,
The kids behaved themselves very well! (And might have had a little fun while they were at it.)
My amazing sister gets credit for bringing two of the most darling children in tow, my extra-glorious nieces (minus one):
She had five (children) in tow, total, and still managed to look glamorous herself. #somepeople, #supermom, #I'minhugetroublewhenthisbabycomes!
It was a day to treasure and I'm so thankful we had the chance to celebrate such a beautiful day with family, friends, and the parish community.
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