Now is when I think of the women most. Mary of course. And all the wonderful women in my life.
This morning Facebook flashed a video clip of us rehearsing Dona Nobis Pacem for my father’s memorial service nine years ago. My mother. My sisters. My daughter. So much love and appreciation swelled for these four.
I am grateful for Violeta, Pearl and Seyi—friends who have joined me here over the seasons of Lent—willing to share their insights in prose and poems and photos. Wouldn’t these be beautiful names for the three sisters if I ever wrote a novel?
This year Theresa was alongside too, an accomplished writer who chose to resurrect her blog and post about pilgrimage. Meanwhile we are journeying towards her official welcome into the cathedral family.
In the realm of those who encourage my writing, there are my Jewels. And Ann/e’s. There is Susan far away in Djibouti. And Pat. I don’t think she’s missed a post.
Also, it has been a deep pleasure when one of you has liked me in social media or especially when you have stopped me and said thanks. You know who you are. Believe me, I notice.
The business of writing every day, then exposing a piece of my heart by sharing, felt daunting on Ash Wednesday. Now here we are on this Holy Saturday, Day 40, in the blink of an eye.
Life is easier with a pack of beauties surrounding me.
Always Bridging 
You are such a gift – thank for you blessing our Lent.
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Ah, Penny, it has been an honor to blog along with your on this Lenten journey! I’m grateful that our conversation about writing a few weeks ago brought us to this joyful and insightful blog project. Peace and love to you always, my friend!
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You are such a gem, queridisima Penelope! It is truly an honor, joy, and privilege to be part of your “pack of beauties” 🙂 And thank you for pushing through the feelings of being daunted, and blessing us with these Lenten reflections. Abrazos y bendiciones 🙂
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