Posted by Rich on March 17, 2002 at 05:55:32:
In Reply to: sorrow & stuff posted by Beth on March 13, 2002 at 04:48:23:
ABOVE: At the 2001 Gathering Sunrise ... at least 8 of the pictured folks will be here in 2002
: To Rich and everyone,
: Rich, I am truly sorry for your loss. Psalms 116:15 "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints".
Thanks, Beth! Beautiful passage. As Diane alluded to, there was a bit of a celebration in this. Though the tragedy of the double homicide at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church - a Church oh so familiar to me - did cast a shadow over it all. That murdered Priest was in my Grandmother's home, by her side, just the evening before.
: I also wanted to express my annual amazement at the quality of this year's Gathering. I thought the last 2 years would be hard to top, but apparently I have underestimated the talents of you, Marcia and others!
Well, thanks, it is shaping up nicely! Marcia, I can see you aren't aware, is not involved in this year's Gathering. If she were, it'd probably be even better! Thanks, this year, goes largely to Ann Colby ... her fingerprints are all over this event!
: Have you guys considered doing this for a living?
What do you mean? It feels like I already do!!!! :)
: I am hoping that I can come for at least part of the time-although Hubby really balked at the whitewater rafting part of the trip. Perhaps I'll get him drunk and then quickly ship him down to NC!
A sound plan! See you in June!