Year of Hope
2025 is the year of Hope! We spoke about it in our Theologians' Corner, ma. We talked about what it means and how we are called to be missionaries of hope.Well, the Vatican just released their mascot for the year, and it's a little girl named Luce. She has a friend called Sky, and I couldn't help but smile when I saw them.Donal pointed this out to me and I loved that Luce has the same origin as my name, Lucille, and Sky is so close to the name I identify with most, Skye. It felt like a little wink from the universe.Donal even used AI to create an […]
Another loss
And another one joins you, ma. Aunt Linda. We were a bit prepared. She was unwell. But it still came as a shock. A little text message announced her passing. Passing like she just faded into nothing. I loathe that word - "passing" Like the lives they lived, the hearts they touched, the people they loved... like none of that exists anymore. But that's not true, ma. Aunty will remain in our thoughts. Her memories will live on with us. Just like yours always will. Enjoy the company.
This one cuts deep
Another good one gone...Just yesterday dad and I made plans to visit you. New years seemed like the perfect time. Delighted with our idea, we slept soundly, and woke to the sound of your demise. I will miss you deeply, Uncle. My fondest memories of my childhood have you in them. Your eagerness to adopt me, to show me new, beautiful stuff. To talk to me and expand my world with your wisdom. I believe you are in good company. Raise a glass with the ones who are already on the other side. See you soon!