Sad post...

Sad posts are hard to write and edit...

Three women who have been a part of my life are on my mind today.  It always seems to come in threes...

First, Mary, a parishioner from Hull has passed into the Lord's hands.  She "adopted" me when I was in Hull the summer of 2013.  She has sent me letters and bulletins every week, prayer cards and checks on a regular basis.  I was waiting to surprise her with the news that her checks paid for my new chalice.  I was hoping to show it to her next month when it came back from the jewelers.  She knows now, I am sure.  Rest in peace Mary.

Second, Mrs. D. is in hospice now.  She is my wife's brother's mother-in-law.  That may not be a direct relation, but she was a big part of that side of my family's life.  They tell me that she is declining quickly.  May the Lord's plan be fulfilled.

Thirdly, and most personally, my sister is back in  rehab.  The brain tumor is not growing, but she has most of the symptoms of a stoke (but there was no stoke).  The doctors don't really know what happened, but she was mostly unresponsive for 2 days.  She may or may not be coming home after the stay in rehab.  The doctors have suspended her chemotherapy until they know more.  Only time will tell if home or assisted living is in her future.  She is in her 28th month after diagnosis.  The average lifespan is 15 months for this brain tumor.  God's will be done.

Your prayers are welcome.