new parish is very welcoming

We went to mass last night in a rustic church with a million ceiling fans hanging from towering rafters with side doors open to the breezes. It was like being at church outside. Sam loved it, and kept pointing to all the fans, lights, and speakers, going “ooohhh!  OOOHHH!â€? At the beginning of the service they gave us a lei and welcomed us warmly. During the service, Sam grew very squirmy, a tad noisy, and tried to run outside onto the grass several times. Since there were few other little kids at this “teen” mass, we felt a little conspicuous; I enjoyed taking him to mass even while Dave was gone because it was a rare opportunity to hold him and snuggle the usually very active little guy. Afterwards, feeling a little defeated that my toddler didn’t remember how to behave in church, a lady came up to me as I was loading him in the car and was emphatic about how cute and smart Sam was, and how curious and active. She was like “I don’t know how you’re directing him, but I’m thinking Montessori, definitely!” It was so reassuring that I started crying tears of joy after we left.

So many things about this move have reminded us how blessed we are, and how staying active in our faith can lead us to meet really great people wherever we land. Our real estate agent, Lee, is a woman mom met on a plane five years ago – they didn’t stay in touch, but made such an impression on each other that reconnecting was a breeze. They went out for coffee while mom was here last week. Our lender, Heidi, is a friend of a dear friend (Angel) who lives here. We look forward to getting involved in our new community!

2 Comments

  1. great gramma or g.g.ntm401@ 14 August, 2006

    I”m baaack! i missed your messages while at aunt kates! but enjoyed reading them when we got home.. sounds like you’ve already fitting in at your new home..i’m sure you will connect to lots of nice people . i read all about the town and all the great things to do there. you are truly blessed… we’re all waiting for the appearence of master mcgee!! so many good thingsn to be greatfull for..i think i spelled that wrong.. anyway as i sai9d before i love hearing froim you!!! take care and be happy!!l&p’s g.g.

  2. Angel Uherek 14 August, 2006

    Hey!
    It has been a while since I have looked through your web page. You do such a great job with this.
    I watched SAmmys little movie. How cute
    I can’t wait to spend time with him…I am going to love it!
    Sounds like a nice church. I am glad God is allowing you to feel blessed and relaxed.
    I pray your years here will be a time for exhaling of stress and strife and inhaling of peace. Both spiritual and emotional.
    Love you!
    Angel
    Angel

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