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Irresistible Irish Presents For Irish Princesses

Hi! My name is Amanda, and I just wanted to take some time out of my day to let you know how pleased I am with your website and the products you carry! It just so happens that I have a friend’s daughter who is going to make her First Communion next week. As a person of the Catholic faith, I understand just how special and important of a moment this is!

I remember my First Communion like it just happened yesterday and that was twenty years ago! The white communion dress with the lace and bows, the white veil in my hair, white lace gloves and tights, and best of all, a silver sparkling necklace with a cross, made me feel like a princess on that day! So when I heard that my friend’s daughter was making her First Communion, I wanted for her to feel the exact same way!

Celtic Sterling Girls Cross Necklace

Browsing through My Special Place.com, I came across your Irish Communion products. Since my friend is Irish and even was born on Saint Patrick’s Day, she is a huge fan of anything that relates to being Irish. So, as I came across the Celtic Sterling Girls Cross Necklace, I knew that she and her daughter would love it! I adore the fact that this necklace can be worn year round and with any clothing attire!

The other gift that I had to get her for her special day was a bible. I remember and still have the first children’s bible that I received on my First Communion. It is something that is very special and meaningful to me! So when I saw the Shamrock Catholic Communion Keepsake Bible, I thought it was absolutely adorable with the little green shamrock in the center of the front cover and could not resist it! I know that my friend and her daughter will appreciate the Irish touch to the gifts! After all, they both are Irish princesses!

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29
Apr 10

How A White Suite Can Teach A Young Boy Responsibility

When most people think of a First Communion, they picture a young girl wearing a fancy white dress accompanied with a veil for her hair. However, a Communion is also a special moment for a young boy. My son, Owen, will be making his First Communion and he is extremely excited once he heard that he had the choice to wear an all white suit. As a mother to a little boy that always manages to somehow get a stain here, there and everywhere, I did hesitate at the thought of this. However, how many opportunities is he going to get?

So I talked with Owen, about how he is to treat an all white suit and what an important opportunity this is to show some responsibility. You see, my son has also mentioned how much he wants a dog. This allowed me the perfect opportunity to help make him realize just how big of a responsibility a dog can be. Therefore, I told him that an all white suit (like a dog) is something that is very special and will require much care. If Owen can use his judgment to treat this particular suit with the best of care (as a person would that is caring for a pet), then we can discuss getting a dog after his Communion.

David Boy's White Suit

Obviously, Owen was now more determined than ever to find a white suit and to prove to me just how good he could treat the suit. So we searched stores and could not find anything without it being ridiculously expensive. Next, Owen and I decided to look online. That is when we came across, My Special Place.com.

We looked under the title of Boy’s Suits and found the David Boy’s White Suit. It is just what Owen and I were looking for! It is an all white, five-piece, machine washable, suit! Not to mention I could not beat the affordable price! This suit is absolutely perfect!

After I saw this suit, I knew Owen would look dashingly handsome and this was the suit for us! Not to mention, knowing how determined of a boy Owen can be, I have a strong feeling that he is going to prove me wrong! I have a feeling that Owen will be a new proud owner of a dog within the next few weeks! Little does he know, that my husband and I are planning on getting him a puppy as a Communion present anyways!

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28
Apr 10

Accessories Can Complete The Look Of A Communion Dress

Stephanie First Communion Dress

To make a First Communion is a monumental moment in a Catholic’s life and one that is to be celebrated! Typically, most First Communions occur when a child is about eight years of age. This is the same age as my niece, Sierra, who is anticipating the arrival of her First Communion.

Since I have three boys, I figure the closest I am going to get to have a daughter of my own that I can do girly things with is going to be my niece. Also, I know how much of a budget my sister is on and so for Sierra’s communion gift, I asked if I could purchase her First Communion dress. However, my sister had already purchased the dress through My Special Place.com. She did mention though that she had yet to purchase any accessories, and would let me do that if I still wished to do so. Since I do not have many opportunities to buy girl clothing, I could not pass this up!

I decided to go and check out the dress that had been bought for Sierra from My Special Place.com. It was called the Stephanie First Communion Dress and it was gorgeous! It was simple, elegant, and classic with a white bow that was tied perfectly around the waist in the front.

I knew that Sierra was going to look like a sweet and innocent princess with it on. As I looked and studied the details of the dress, I could not contain myself when it came to pulling the whole look together through the use of various accessories. You name it and I looked at it: socks, purses, gloves, veils, jewelry, etc.

Girl's Bow Communion Gloves

Finally, I decided that the Girls Bow Communion Gloves would help to bring attention to the bow on the dress.

Headband Bow First Communion Veil

Another perfect compliment to the bow on the dress is the precious Headband Bow First Communion Veil! Last but not least, was the Girl’s Communion Charm Bracelet. This particular bracelet is not only a great reminder of her First Communion, but can also act as a daily reminder of her faith and devotion to God! Now all I have to do is try to patiently await the day of Sierra’s First Communion, so I can surprise her with all of these beautiful accessories!

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24
Apr 10

Do Not Forget To Thank Your Child’s Catechism Teacher

When a young Catholic boy or girl makes their First Communion, it is not just a special moment for the child but it is a very proud and rewarding moment for their catechism teacher, as well!

Normally, it is their second grade catechism teacher who spends months preparing a child for their First Communion. When a child makes their Holy Communion, it means that they are going to receive the Sacrament of the Eucharist. The Eucharist (the body and blood of Jesus Christ) is represented by bread and wine, and it is blessed by the priest and shared amongst the congregation. Thus, it is the catechism teacher’s job to help guide the baptized child through the process.

The teacher must help the child to learn and understand the several prayers in which they are to recite immediately upon exiting the confessional during their first confession (also known as the Sacrament of Penance). The Sacrament of Penance takes place about a week before their First Communion. Also, the teacher becomes responsible for making sure that the child understands the actions and prayers that they will need to perform during their First Communion mass.

Foundations January Birthstone Angel Figurine

Soon my son, Owen, will be making his First Communion. As a person of Catholic faith I am very excited for him. Also Owen’s Holy Communion has a special meaning to my mother-in-law. For years she has been teaching second grade catechism, as well as, helping her students understand the communion process. Since Owen is in her catechism class, I feel so fortunate that it is my mother-in-law who will be the one guiding him during this monumental Catholic moment. Therefore, I also knew I wanted to get her a meaningful thank-you gift for all of her hard work and dedication!

As I was browsing various websites, I came across My Special Place and found the perfect gift! My mother-in-law is a huge collector of angels. She has all kinds of collectible angels that arrange anywhere from wood and ceramic to glass. So when I found the Foundations January Birthstone Angel Figurine, I knew she would cherish it! This angel figurine is gorgeous! It has her January birthstone which is a garnet. The saying that is written on the dress is that, “God Smiled the Day You Were Born”. It is so true!

Overall, I am very blessed to have my mother-in-law not only in my life, but as a part of Owen’s! She truly is a wonderful human being that not only cherishes Owen but also loves to volunteer her time to educate other young children about the word of God! My mother-in-law is a valuable member of our Catholic community and I would like to reward her for all of her hard work, time and dedication to educating our young children! What better way to do this, than with a thank-you gift!

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22
Apr 10

Communion Gifts: A personal reflection

Communion is a special moment for a person upon entering into the Catholic faith. It symbolizes that the person has received the Sacrament of the Eucharist (the body and blood of Jesus Christ). Typically it is children that are in second grade that make their First Communion. Although, Catholic children seven or eight years old make their First Communion, it is not limited to this age group. As long as a person meets all of the Catholic Church’s requirements by following a RCIA program, they too, will have the opportunity to receive their First Communion. It is important to remember, at any age, a person’s First Communion is a very special moment and one that they should be proud to have accomplished!

Catholic Picture Bible Burgandy

For example, I have a co-worker whose name is Rebecca that although we went to high school together, it was not until we ended up working at the same place of business that we became friends. Over the last six years we have developed a close friendship.

Although we do attend different Catholic churches, it was our dedication to our Catholic faith that helped to develop our friendship! Because our religious views were the same, Rebecca and I happen to share the same values when it came to how we ought to live life and raise our children. It was very important to both of us that our children were Baptized in the Catholic Church and make their First Communion, and Confirmation.

It just so happens that Rebecca’s son, Adam, will be making his First Communion this weekend. Since I was invited to the Communion and dinner afterwards, I wanted to get Adam a special gift. What should I get a seven year old boy though? If I was buying for a girl, I could easily purchase some jewelry. So as I browsed multiple websites looking for something to catch my eye, I came across it on My Special Place.com and decided to purchase the Burgandy Catholic Picture Bible.

I decided to choose this gift because I thought back to when I made my First Communion. I was completely overwhelmed and intimidated at how big of a book the Bible was. This picture Bible is a blessing for a young child to have! It has easy to read large print, the reading comprehension is age appropriate, and it is full of colorful illustrations that accompany the stories. I felt that it was a great way to introduce Adam to the bible without making him feel overwhelmed (like I had felt) at such a young age. Not to mention I felt that the burgundy color had a touch of masculinity he would also enjoy!

The next gift I decided to purchase was the My First Communion Memory Book. I knew Rebecca would enjoy having a special place to store pictures, cards, etc. from Adam’s first communion. Also, I knew Adam would hold onto the memories of his first communion every time he looked back in this book. Hopefully, someday when Adam has children of his own and are about to make their first communion, he will remember that moment and be excited to show them his picture bible and memory book!

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9
Apr 10

A Communion Suit Versatile Enough for a Tight Budget

I have a son who will be making his first communion very soon. I happened to be browsing your website when I saw a John Boy’s Charcoal Grey Suit. I knew that this was the suit I wanted to buy for my son, Noah. In our tough and sometimes unexpected economic times, I wanted to get Noah a suit that he would be able to wear on multiple occasions without breaking the bank. In the words of my father, he would refer to this situation as “more bang for the buck!”

Also, as a mother who knows what kind of messes her son can get into, I was very nervous at the idea of purchasing a white suit (although I do adore the look)! However, I knew that I did not want your typical black or navy blue suit either. So I was hoping to find a suit that was a little bit different in color but at the same time, could still be seen as classic and traditional. The John Boy’s Charcoal Grey suit was exactly what I wanted!

This particular suit was a mother’s dream because it was full of benefits! First of all, it was extremely affordable! Since my husband and I (like many other families) are on a tight budget right now, we have to factor in the cost of such items that we normally do not expect to buy.

Second, upon reading the description of the suit, I thought it was very informative about how versatile this suit is! I love the fact that just because a person purchases a five-piece suit, it does not mean they are required to wear all the items together every single time. Lastly, and the absolute number one reason to purchase the suit (and the only reason a mother could truly appreciate), is this suit is machine washable!

Therefore, I just wanted to say how happy I was that I came across this website! The information on all of the products was very helpful in guiding me to pick the right communion suit for Noah’s big day!

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8
Apr 10

Online Shopping Helps Busy Moms, Like Me!

Hi! My name is Amy and I just wanted to take a moment out of my time to give you a well-deserved compliment about your products!

I am a working and recently divorced mother of three rowdy and adorable boys. They range in age from three to ten years of age. As you can imagine, they keep me extremely busy and my time has become very limited! Therefore, I have come to look towards online shopping as a savior of mine on multiple occasions!

Recently, I had such an occasion where I found myself frustratingly searching the internet for a communion gift for my middle son, Zachary, but also his godmother, Crystal. Let me tell you, it was only a matter of moments before I was able to find such meaningful gifts on your website!

As I mentioned before, since I am recently divorced, my children are now spending every other weekend traveling back and forth from my house to their father’s. So when I saw the boy’s Saint Christopher sterling medal and chain, there was no doubt in my mind about purchasing this as Zachary’s communion gift. Since Saint Christopher is thought to protect travelers, I knew this would mean a lot to Zachary and how much he would appreciate it!

On the other hand, Crystal is planning on purchasing Zachary’s outfit, rosary and bible for him as his communion gift. This now meant that I also had to find a meaningful thank-you gift for her. However, this became pretty easy to do once I saw the Godson Holy Communion photo frame! It was so classic and gorgeous that I knew it would make the perfect gift for her.

I also could not resist the March aquamarine Birthstone Crystal and Sterling Cross Necklace! Since Crystal and Zachary were born in the month of March, I knew it would hold a special place in her heart to receive it. So once again, thank you so much for carrying such sentimental and gorgeous products such as these!

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5
Apr 10

An Ideal and Versatile Communion Dress

Since Ava is my one and only beloved daughter, I knew I had to buy her the perfect communion dress! Also, it just so happens my brother, Derek, is getting married a few months after her communion. Since Derek had asked Ava to perform the loving task of acting as his only flower girl in the wedding, this now meant I was hoping to find a dress that she could wear for both special occasions! This turned out to be a bigger challenge than I had anticipated.

Ava and I spent hours and hours, as well as visiting multiple stores, just trying to find the dress that will make her feel beautiful for the up and coming special occasions! After all of this tedious searching, we came upon the perfect dress on your website!

The communion dress is known as the Jenna dress and it is utterly gorgeous! We absolutely loved the designer layer skirt (which happens to match the design of the bride-to-be’s bridal gown) and the white bow with the lovely white satin flower is a perfect compliment to the bridesmaid’s dresses!

To make Ava’s communion look complete, we had to purchase the flower and rhinestone first communion veil that she just fell in love with! The veil is a great match to the satin flower that is attached onto the ribbon of the dress. However, what really pulled the look together was the girls “pearl” necklace and bracelet set!

As far as a flower girl dress, it is perfect! Since Derek is planning on getting married in the summer I had discussed with the Derek’s bride-to-be, Leah, about the possibility of altering the dress by removing the sleeves. Another great idea that Leah had was to have the bridesmaid’s dresses made longer. During the alteration of the bridesmaid’s dresses, we could use the extra fabric to replace the white ribbon around the waist of the communion dress with a ribbon that would match perfectly the bridesmaids’ dresses. What a fantastic idea!

Ultimately, I just wanted to say thank you for the fantastic experience that Ava and I had using your website! As a mother, it was absolutely priceless to have a communion dress be so versatile. As for Ava, she can hardly wait for her first communion and Uncle Derek’s wedding to get here!

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12
Mar 10

From Our Customers: A Beautiful Communion

Thank you so much. My daughter’s communion dress, veil and gloves arrived yesterday and they are beautiful. I can’t believe how quickly they shipped! I would definitely recommend your company to others. -Ms. Holland

Such encouraging feedback! Thank you from our family to yours! We’re so excited to get feedback from messages like these on a daily basis! If you have a special communion story or photo you’d like to share, please email us: info (at) myspecialplace (dot) com.

These are the items the Holland family has purchased to celebrate their very special communion. Click the images to view products!

Natalie First Communion Dress

Girl's White Shamrock Gloves

Shamrock Headband Communion Veil

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8
Mar 10

From Our Customers: The Millar’s Daughter’s Very Special Communion Gift

I ordered your Communion Valencia Girl Wall Cross. I just wanted you to know, how very pleased my wife and I were, in the quality of the product, the way it was wrapped….everything was excellent.

My daughter was very exicited and it was a perfect culmination to a wonderful day. I had been looking all over (church shops, etc) for the right one, when I found your website. I have recommended your site to others.

Thank you for making a special day – perfect.

Sincerely,
Doug and Melissa Millar

Special thanks to the Millar family for sharing your story. We’re so excited to get feedback from messages like these on a daily basis! If you have a special communion story or photo you’d like to share, please email us: info (at) myspecialplace (dot) com.

First Communion

Irresistible Irish Presents For Irish Princesses

How A White Suite Can Teach A Young Boy Responsibility

Accessories Can Complete The Look Of A Communion Dress

Do Not Forget To Thank Your Child’s Catechism Teacher

Communion Gifts: A personal reflection

A Communion Suit Versatile Enough for a Tight Budget

Online Shopping Helps Busy Moms, Like Me!

An Ideal and Versatile Communion Dress

From Our Customers: A Beautiful Communion

From Our Customers: The Millar’s Daughter’s Very Special Communion Gift

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