Dear Fellow Parishioners, The Yard Sale was truly a wonderful success thanks to all of you who took the time to go through your homes and donate items that we could sell. The number of items was tremendous, and so were all those who came forward to price things for two weeks as people brought their treasures forward. All hands were on deck at 7:00 A.M. to set everything up in the dark to open at 8:00 and many staffed tables right through till noon. Another crew arrived at Noon and many who worked all day worked together to clean up everything and get items ready for Salvation Army, Big Brothers and Sisters. We made over $3000.00. This doesn’t make up for all the fund raisers and Thrift Shop we hold during the year, but it sure is a huge help to making our expenses!
During the yard sale several people asked me how I was doing with my new puppy, or why didn’t I bring Stella, so here is what happened: Just wanted to let you know and ask your prayers to heal my broken heart. On Monday (October 19) Stella (my new puppy) ran into the road and was killed; she died in my arms. I am a mess!
Fortunately, the two guys from the Ambulance station across the street and neighbors came running to MY rescue. They brought comfort to my tears and, when I said I was going to bury her in the backyard, their response, "No you won't, you go in the house and wash off the blood, we'll take care of things.” Five men dug her grave, we prayed together as we buried her.
The outreach from my family, friends, community and neighbors has been incredible. Tuesday, Gary, (EMT captain) left me a note to check on me. My next-door neighbor, Don brought some loam and reseeded the grass and Rita who lives across the street brought flowers. Such love and support. Don, said, "What else can I do, no one could ask for a better neighbor!" Wow, all those actions help to heal a broken heart.
In five short months Stella has left a big hole in my heart. I continue to beat myself up, wishing it didn't happen, but no one can turn back the hands of time. Thanks for listening and send up prayers when you get a chance. Stella was wonderful company and helped to keep me sane especially with covid-19 and the current political situation.
Also say an extra prayer for the people living in fear who are under Temporary Protective Status and the Dreamers. As I mentioned in my homily, I know many personally and they are so fearful of their lost protections because many have no connection to their country of origin or have nothing to go back to. This is so contrary to the Gospel and Christian Discipleship as heard in today’s Gospel.