Oh, Dearest Mother, Sweetest Virgin of Altagracia, our Patroness. You are our Advocate and to you we recommend our needs. You are our Teacher and like disciples we come to learn from the example of your holy life. You are our Mother, and like children, we come to offer you all of the love of our hearts. Receive, dearest Mother, our offerings and listen attentively to our supplications. Amen.



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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 2:24pm | IP Logged Quote teachingmyown

This is really a small request in light of all the tremendous suffering. Maybe the fact that my heart is so heavy for all the grieving mothers is making my decision-making that much harder.

My sister-in-law's funeral is next Saturday in Florida. It is a 14 hr drive each way. We are scheduled to start our vacation in the Outer Banks the next day. Our options are to leave most of the kids with an aunt in NC and drive down, for me to fly down with dh and our toddler, or for me to fly down alone, leaving dh to get ready for the trip and take care of all the kids even my nursing toddler. Dh does not want me to fly with the toddler.

I just feel overwhelmed by it all. We had all assumed the funeral would have been this weekend. If that had been the case, we had friends who offered to watch the kids and we would have driven our hybrid Honda and it wouldn't have run into the vacation.

I feel guilty even fussing at all when I think of what my brother is going through. I just feel like I am juggling more than I am able.

I am offering all of my stress for Colleen, Nicole, Mary Ellen and Emily, as well as the other intentions of 4Real.

If you could just offer a quick prayer for us as we make the plans and as we travel, I would appreciate it. Thank you!         &n bsp;    

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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 2:31pm | IP Logged Quote insegnante

Saying a prayer.

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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 2:32pm | IP Logged Quote Michaela

Praying you are able to decide the best plan for your family. Also for a safe trip.




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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 3:06pm | IP Logged Quote Ruth

Praying for your intentions, Molly.

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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 3:56pm | IP Logged Quote jdostalik

Offering my prayers, dear Molly.

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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 4:23pm | IP Logged Quote Carole N.

Praying for you, Molly.

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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 5:04pm | IP Logged Quote LisaR

Many prayers for you Molly.
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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 6:01pm | IP Logged Quote Angie Mc

Molly, these are difficult decisions to make. I'm praying for your peace as well as safety while you travel and vacation.

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Praying for your peace, Molly.

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Praying for you Molly.

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Prayers, Molly!

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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 8:06pm | IP Logged Quote molly

I understand Molly, these are trying days. Praying for your intentions and that you have a much needed restful vacation.
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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 8:38pm | IP Logged Quote Booksnbabes

Praying for your intentions!

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Posted: Sept 04 2009 at 8:55pm | IP Logged Quote Mackfam

Oh, Molly, it isn't a small thing at all!!! I'm happy to pray as you discern. It's difficult to juggle!!! I know that the Holy Spirit will provide the necessary knowledge as you and your husband discern what is best for you and your family! May you be able to rest in peace with the decision that is made!

- it's a tough decision to make!

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