I hope Bill forgives me for writing in purple. I really wanted to go for pink, but I didn't know how well it would show up.
So, I went to my RCIA class today, I did manage not to fall on my face Sunday, which I think is a miracle in itself. I received a beautiful cross and a brand spankin' new bible. My mom didn't go, but my dad did, and I couldn't look at him without almost crying. I don't know why, maybe it's because I feel like this is where I belong. The classes are awesome. I don't question the teachings, as in, how could Jesus possibly be human and without sin? It's a mystery! Some of my classmates just don't get it, but I just accept it. Back in my dad's day, you went to Catholic school, and you had your lessons and you didn't question anything.......or else you got a ruler across your knuckles.....(or else I was told so..).
One of our "ice breakers", actually our last one, was what are we thankful for? Greg said he was thankful for me, which was sweet. I said I was thankful for my family, my RCIA group,Greg and you guys. Yeah, I know it sounds mushy, but when Greg and I get hitched I'll have some pretty cool siblings. I'll have (in all) 3 younger sisters and 3 brothers. I'll actually have an older sibling for once (Bill)! If you ask my mom I always wanted to be an only child, because they spoiled me from the start, and then as I was getting used to the idea of my brother, George, being around, my mom turned around and had Rebecca. =-0 The older I get the more I realize I'm extremely lucky to have my siblings. (just don't tell them I said so).
In other news, I get to see you all in about 48 hours or so... I can't wait! I won't be able to make Christmas, but I'm sending gifts. I already got Anne and Liz squared away, but I need ideas for you boys! If you don't give me some suggestions, I'll leave the deciding up to Greg.................
Tomorrow will be a busy day, I am baking the pumpkin pie, getting my check and...going to work (ick!), but then I have a nice 2 days off, so I can't complain much.
Have a good night.
2 comments:
I'm glad you like your RCIA classes! I'm with on the mysteries bit. I like that Catholicism says "Hey, we don't know how it happens. God's the all-knowing one, not us!"
Greg is a big squishy teddy bear. a.k.a an excellent meat shield. And I'm glad to have an older sister, because having a younger one is a pain! :-P
Get the boys socks. That's what I did. And I'll IM you with other ideas, top secret present plans! :)
Jess you do great posts! Anyways, I'm glad you like your classes and I can't wait to see you on turkey day!
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