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Graduation and Faith
There were many ceremonies and celebrations on the college campus that were included in the whole graduation experience. My son and I attended 5 of them in the course of two days. There was an Honors Reception, Senior Toast, and of course the Convocation and Commencement. One that I had not anticipated was the Baccalaureate Mass. I […]
Graduation and Friendship
Before my son started college 5 years ago, he decided to live in the “Honor’s Dorm” that housed those who had chosen to enter into the Honor’s Program. He also got online and chose a roommate. I remember moving him in and meeting his roommate for the first time. They seemed to be a good […]
The Music Flowed
My mom and her friend played the piano together today as they do every Tuesday. Today they played exceptionally beautiful. As we talked about it later in the day, my mom said she could feel the difference. She continues to play best she can, but it is often a struggle. She said she get frustrated […]
Daughter to Mother
On this Mother’s Day, my parent’s gave me a card and wrote in it, “The daughter becomes the mother.” I guess that is true in some ways, but my mom will always be the mother. I cook, do some cleaning, and do my best to make sure everyone is taken care of. But my mom is […]
Sun Shine on My Face
The sky was overcast with thick clouds early this morning I was driving to an appointment. I was listening to the Christian radio which I always find uplifting. The song, Beautiful Day by Jamie Grace was being introduced. She said that when she was having a bad day, she would tell her father that this was […]
Unexpected Encouragement
Today I received an unexpected card from a far away friend. She is a very faith-filled woman and always has beautiful insights. Like most of us, she and her family have been through a lot. The story of how she relied on God during difficulties has always been inspiring to me. She lives her faith […]
Missing Loved Ones
One of the scripture readings at church today was the famous, “Road to Emmaus” story. Jesus’ disciples saw him die and leave them “forever”. They were missing him tremendously – until He showed up. Then everything changed. The deacon who gave the homily compared the feeling that Jesus’ friends had to the way we feel […]
Fabulous Friends
Today I was able to meet up with a couple from my previous home. Her parents live there and his parents live here. I found out a couple of years ago that we had this connection and it was fun to talk about it at that time. I don’t think I ever imagined that we would […]
The Red Sash
My parents and I went to the Good Friday celebration at church tonight. Upon entering the building, I noticed several people wearing a thin red piece of cloth that hung over a shoulder or around their neck like a scarf. One of the greeters caught my attention and asked if I would like one. She […]
Role of the Elderly
Tonight I watched a program that showed the life of a group of Benedictine monks. Specifically, as they prepared for and celebrated Holy Week. While there was much to ponder, one thing stood out to me. The abbot was describing how the monks live in community, all using their gifts for the good of everyone, […]
Still Finding God 