Mary was probably about three years old at the time she began her duties as a Temple virgin. She was young, far from home and her closest relatives were childless. It's logical to assume that a deep bond developed between Elizabeth and Mary during this time, possibly one similar to the bond between a mother and a child.
Do We Have To Dress Up For Mass?
What to wear to Mass... are jeans okay? What about workout gear? Do I have to look my best? The short answers: yes, yes, and no.