I, of course, forgot my camera, but Sara did not. She'll probably post her pictures on her blog and I'll let you know if and when that happens. Thanks, Sara, for a really nice time.
The dear father of a family friend died early this morning. I never met him, but I know that it was a very sad death at the hand of Alzheimer's disease. He never forgot who the most important people were in his life, and for that his family is grateful, but he forgot to eat, and shower, and eventually he forgot to wake up. Such a wicked disease. My father died suddenly, which is a difficult thing, but I am grateful that I did not have to watch him forget to live.
My mother-in-law had a hip surgery yesterday. Amazingly, it was outpatient (not say that is a good thing, just that it's amazing -- maybe astounding is a better word). Thinking of her waking up from anesthesia and dealing with the pain brought me right back to my surgery two summers ago. I am so very grateful for my health. At my age, I realize it's a very precarious thing, which can change at any moment.
NOVELLI, Pietro
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein that you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to succor me in this my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein that you are my Mother.
O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us that have recourse to thee.
O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us that have recourse to thee.
O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us that have recourse to thee.
Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands.
Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands.
Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands.
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, pray for us.
St. Simon Stock, pray for us.
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I love how you described the scapular. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteHappy Feast day!
How special that you got to meet an online friend! That is great! I hope all goes well finishing your projects, and I cannot wait to see photos. (But no rushing your husband. He's a busy man! =) Have a blessed weekend. Enjoy your carmel cake. And I like your explanation of the scapular, too ...
ReplyDeleteI don't think I knew that your father died suddenly, Barbara. Have you written about it? May he rest in peace, and may Our Lady of Carmel be a comfort to us all--today and always.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend! I'm thinking I need me a good caramel frappe to celebrate today's feast!
(Does she EVER need an excuse? No ma'am, she does not.)
It wasn't like meeting an online friend at all. It was like seeing a dear friend. Thank you again for making the trip!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jamie.
ReplyDeleteIt was fun, Sarah. And, thank you.
Oh Margaret, you planted a seed and I caved -- well, it was caramel, for Our Lady, right?
You are right, Sara. It was just like getting together with a dear friend. And you are.