Lord Have Mercy

Lord Have Mercy...

is a frequent petition within Roman Catholic prayer life and ritual. Lord have mercy on all those who seek our prayers and honor us with their prayers. Lord who has transfigured your person to always be with us in times of need, be with those who have pondered my and their mortality. Let your mercy inflict in us strength, courage, perseverance and love. Let us not get bogged down in the useless worry of our final moments which are known to you alone. When you decide the moment in time, we pray we will be ready to respond. Lord Have Mercy.

Weather

I'm here in Denver, CO for two weeks. Not only has the weather been perfect, but all of those who ponder these things into the future say it will remain.

Airline Food

Our aircraft crew risked their position in the sky, by daring to return a second time with infant size chips. You must congratulate the airlines of today who have reached the highest plateaus of miniaturized packaging. One of these days I fear we will read of a fight in the sky over the last bag of peanuts.

The Grand Kids

Our recollections no longer match the reality. They were small and silent. Now they are young and strong; bodies that show agility and promise and smiles that make you forget the tantrums of growth. Tears have moved from selfishness to frustrations in their inadequacy to fully communicate their hopes, joys and sorrows. The most wonderful grand children in addition to Monty Pope.

Lost and Found Relatives

I once wrote of a niece I spent time with during my last visit to Denver. It was a wonderful visit and I look forward to a follow up next Wednesday. Her brother Larry, my nephew, now share similar illnesses in their symptoms. He has become completely bedridden other than in taking care of his personal bodily functions. His spine is useless and his bones are breaking up making it useless to attempt attaching metal security devices. His limbs, similar to mine have atrophied and will continue to do so. All of his present ills have been recognized as being Vietnam related. Another war that continues to eat up our heroes while our nation returns to establish economic agreements. The price continues to be just too much. Especially when we do not pay it. No more war.

I once again thank you for sharing my journey. You have lightened my burden.