FaithMyHope

Happy Father's Day !

2007-06-17T12:10:00.001-07:00

May 26 th

2007-05-26T11:32:00.001-07:00

May 26 th - Mother's Day in Poland

Happy Mother's Day all ! ! !

Happy Mothers Day

2007-05-12T18:48:00.000-07:00

May our Blessed Mother, Mary
The patron of all mothers
Ask our Lord to bless you
On this day above all others !

Watching :)

2007-05-12T18:47:00.000-07:00

Prayer

2007-04-15T08:55:00.000-07:00

Eternal God, in whom mercy is endless and the treasury of compassion inexhaustible, look kindly upon us and increase Your mercy in us, that in difficult moments we might not despair nor become despondent, but with great confidence submit ourselves to Your Holy will, which is Love and Mercy itself. Amen.

The Divine Mercy

2007-04-15T08:43:00.000-07:00

Eternal Father, I offer you the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of Your dearly beloved Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ, in atonement for our sins and those of the world.

For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.

Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us and on the whole world.

Easter Sunday

2007-04-08T16:29:00.000-07:00

Alleluja ! ! !

Alleluja ! ! !

2007-04-08T03:01:00.000-07:00

ALLELUJA ! ! !

ALLELUJA ! ! !
ALLELUJA ! ! !

Thank You

2007-04-07T13:01:00.000-07:00

Easter cookies

2007-04-07T08:27:00.000-07:00

Easter Story Cookies
To be made the evening before Easter
You need:

1 c. whole pecans

1 tsp. vinegar

3 egg whites pinch salt

1 c. sugar zipper baggie wooden spoon tape Bible

Preheat oven to 300 (this is important-don't wait til you're half done with this recipe). Place pecans in zipper baggie and let children beat them with the wooden spoon to break into small pieces. Explain that after Jesus was arrested He was beaten by the Roman soldiers. Read John 19:1-3

Let each child smell the vinegar. Put 1 tsp. vinegar into mixing bowl. Explain that when Jesus was thirsty on the cross he was given vinegar to drink. Read John 19:28-30.

Add egg whites to vinegar. Eggs represent life. Explain that Jesus gave His life to give us life. Read John 10:10-11.

Sprinkle a little salt into each child's hand. Let them taste it and brush the rest into the bowl. Explain that this represents the salty tears shed by Jesus' followers, and the bitterness of our own sin. Read Luke 23:27.

So far the ingredients are not very appetizing. Add 1 c. sugar. Explain that the sweetest part of the story is that Jesus died because He loves us. He wants us to know and belong to Him. Read Ps. 34:8 and John 3:16.

Beat with a mixer on high speed for 12-15 minutes until stiff peaks are formed. Explain that the color white represents the pruity in God's eyes of those whose sins have been cleansed by Jesus. Read Isa. 1:18 and John 3:1-3.

Fold in broken nuts. Drop by teaspoons onto wax paper covered cookie sheet. Explain that each mound represents the rocky tomb where Jesus' body was laid. Read Matt. 27:57-60.
Put the cookie sheet in the oven, close the door and turn the oven OFF.

Give each child a piece of tape and seal the oven door. Explain that Jesus' tomb was sealed. Read Matt. 27:65-66.

GO TO BED! Explain that they may feel sad to leave the cookies in the oven overnight. Jesus' followers were in despair when the tomb was sealed. Read John 16:20 and 22.

On Easter morning, open the oven and give everyone a cookie. Notice the cracked surface and take a bite. The cookies are hollow! On the first Easter Jesus' followers were amazed to find the tomb open and empty. Read Matt. 28:1-9.

Author Unknown

A gift for you!

Holy Saturday

2007-04-07T08:22:00.000-07:00

Good FRIDAY

2007-04-06T14:02:00.000-07:00

Good Friday

2007-04-06T13:48:00.000-07:00

Lord, remember me when Thou shalt come into Thy Kingdom.
Jesus, remember me.....

2007-04-06T05:12:00.000-07:00

Last Supper

Palm Sunday

2007-04-01T05:59:00.000-07:00

25 th March

2007-03-25T15:13:00.000-07:00

2.21.07

2007-02-21T16:44:00.000-08:00

11 th February

2007-02-11T10:03:00.000-08:00

2.2.07

2007-02-02T13:58:00.000-08:00

Faith as the Wise Men

2007-01-05T18:32:00.000-08:00

Faith as the Wise Men

Lord, give us faith as the Wise Men

Who, led by a bright, shining star

Followed its light to the Christ Child

They journeyed in faith from afar

They knew this Child was the Savior

So onward they trod, traveling long

Turning back never though weary

They found new strenght, faith and song

Give us to this kind of faith, Lord

A passion for seeking our King

That we may know Him more fully...

Our hearts be the gift that we bring

Keep us on course like the Wise Men

Lest worldly temptations distract

O ,,Star of Wonder" keep shining

Lead us for we've need to go back...

To seek again at this Christmas

The Redeemer sent from above

With adoration we'll worship

God's Gift of unspeakable love

Lord, give us faith as the Wise Men

So in us a glow others see

A trusting faith in the Savior...

Our lives a reflection of Thee.

>>>B.Anderson<<<

Holy Family

2006-12-31T08:09:00.000-08:00

Christmas prayer

2006-12-25T19:32:00.000-08:00

A Christmas prayer

Loving Father, help us remember the birth of Jesus, that we may share in the song of the angels, the gladness of the shepherds, and worship of the wise men.
Close the door of hate and open the door of love all over the world. Let kindness come with every gift and good desires with every greeting.
Deliver us from evil by the blessing which Christ brings, and teach us to be merry with clear hearts.
May the Christmas morning make us happy to be thy children, and Christmas evening bring us to our beds with grateful thoughts, forgiving and forgiven, for Jesus' sake.
Amen.

Mary's Song

2006-12-25T15:05:00.000-08:00

Mary's Song

Sleep, blessed Jesus
Baby Boy
The Son of God
and Heavens's Joy
The angels guard
Thee from above
Sleep now and know
Thy mother's love
I hold Thee closely to my breast
Than lay Thee in Thy crib to rest
My heart is filled with love for Thee
A Son....
a King of royalty !
I watch Thee sleeping peacefully
How can it be ? How can it be
That God entrusted Thee to me ?
How can this wonder really be ?
A star so bright shines up above
Then hovers over Thee, my Love
My Baby Boy, it is Thy star
To lead the travelers from afar
They know a Savior's born this night
To bring a waiting world true light
They come to worship and adore
The King of kings ferevermore !
All men will marvel at Thy birth
Through Thee salvation came to earth
God loves the world so much He gave
His only Son mankind to save
O Holy Night ! O Night Divine !
God's Son has come, yet also mine
My Savior !
Child !
I gaze at Thee
And ponder stil...
how can it be ?

Come to the Manger

2006-12-25T14:13:00.000-08:00

Come to the Manger
Away in a manger
how precious the words
That tell us of Jesus
our Savior and Lord
Born in a stable
in Bethlehem's town
Thee wee Babe from Heaven
On Christmas came down
Away in a manger
it trills us to hear
Of Mary's sweet Babe
we'll ever hold dear
Asleep on a bed of
sweet smeling hey
The wee King from Heaven
In swaddling clothes lay
Oh, come to the manger
from out of life's cares
Come worship the Savior
with praise and prayers
Come every nation
the great and the small
Come worship
as brother
the Savior of all
Then truly we'll
honor our dear
Savior's birth
and the peace we dream of
will come to this earth.

A Christmas Blessing

2006-12-24T05:49:00.000-08:00

A Christmas Blessing

May your Christmas be filled

With beautiful hours

And memories lovely to hold

To enhance and embellish

The days of your years

Like angel wings sprinkled with gold

May Christmas Spirit

In all of its joy

Touch the depths of your soul with delight

And may blessings in bushels

Aboundant and rich

Light every path of your life.

miracle

2006-12-23T18:42:00.000-08:00

military xmas

2006-12-23T18:36:00.000-08:00

4th Sunday of Advent

2006-12-23T18:34:00.000-08:00

4th Sunday of Advent

A season of the Heart

2006-12-23T04:24:00.000-08:00

A Season of the Heart

There is a season of the heart

When all is calm and bright

When peace on earth seems possible

In the silence of the night

This is a time for giving

A time for sacrifice...

A time to be forgiving

While trying to be nice

It's time for rejoicing

For singing songs of cheer

Which calm our fears and bright us

Hope for the new year

It's a season for sharing

A time to reminisce...

A time for friends and loved ones

To share a hug or kiss

There is a season of the heart

That's blessed by God above

When we decorate for Christmas

With ornaments of love.

>>>C.Harison<<<

His star still shines

2006-12-21T20:35:00.000-08:00

His star still shines

The little town was crowded when

Mary and Joseph sought the inn

,,No room" the busy innkeeper said

But offered them the cattle shed

Above the stable close to the inn

A star blazed forth proclaiming Him

The little Savior born for all

Lay in a lowly manger stall

The shepherds and the Wise Men came

Led by the star's radiant flame

And humbly knelt and worshipped there

The Holy Christ, Child wondrous fair

The innkeeper so tired that night

Saw naught the star of wondrous light

Had he but known who's sought his door

He would have given his bed and more

We must keep the vigil bright

Lest we'd not see His star tonight

It shineth still with guiding ray

If only we but seek the way

O, weary one - heart gone afar

Look up !

Behold !

His Christmas star.

>>>K.Hoffman<<<

In Poland

2006-12-21T20:26:00.000-08:00

Christmas in Poland

December 24 - Wigilia - Christmas Eve

Wigilia (from the Latin term vigilare meaning "to await") is the Polish name for Christmas Eve. Much work must be done, including cooking, baking, and all the housework. This way, the two holidays that follow can be devoted to praying, caroling, eating, relaxing, and eventually visiting. This special day is
associated with several beliefs and customs.

When the first star appears in the sky, the Christmas tree is lit and the dinner begins. The Christmas Eve meal starts with a prayer, the sharing of the blessed oplatek (consecrated bread wafer which is similar to that used during Holy Communion in the Roman Catholic Church), and exchanging wishes. Usually, the male head of the household takes the wafer and turns to his wife, extending it toward her. He wishes her good health and success in the upcoming year, the fulfillment of her dreams, and, if there have been any misunderstandings, he asks her for forgiveness and for the new year to be a better one. The wife then thanks him and breaks off half of the wafer and eats a piece of it. Next, she offers the wafer to her husband, expressing similar wishes. He breaks the wafer and eats it. This ceremony is repeated with each person present, beginning with the oldest and ending with the youngest.

After the breaking of the wafer and an the exchanging of wishes, everyone sits down at the dinner table. The table is covered with a white tablecloth and there is one additional place set for an unexpected guest who, especially that night, should not be turned away. This is to remind us that St. Joseph and Mary were also looking for shelter. Until the first star appears, Wigilia is a day of fasting. Although there are plenty of dishes on the table, this is a traditionally meatless dinner. It consists of several soups (red beet with mushroom pockets, fermented rye, fish, dry mushroom), fish (fried, jellied, in sweet sauce, in beer-almond-ginger sauce, staffed), sauerkraut with beans, pierogi (dumplings) stuffed with mushrooms and cabbage, noodles with poppy seeds and honey, sweet strudel, and a compote made with dried fruit. It should be pointed out that today in Poland, no one imagines the Wigilia dinner without fish (carp in particular), just as nobody in the U.S. thinks of Thanksgiving dinner without a turkey.

Time after dinner is devoted to different activities. It is customary to feed the domestic animals with oplatek and dinner leftovers, especially cows to assure the production of plenty of milk. Girls listen to hear from which direction a dog barks because, as the saying goes, it is from that direction her prospective husband will come. Children and teenagers go to the orchard and beat fruit trees with small branches so there will be an abundance of fruit next year. Old stories are told and carols are sung. These activities continue until it is time to attend midnight Mass. In Polish it is called Pasterka, "the Mass of the Shepherds" to commemorate the shepherds who were the first to greet the newborn baby Jesus.

There is something magical experienced on the way to midnight Mass. Stars are shining and bells are ringing. The snow crunches and whitens the way. Sleighs are heard and one can almost detect the angels singing, "Silent Night, Holy Night."
After Mass, people return to their homes and have a glass of hot compote and a piece of cake.

Wigilia Table Check List
Here's a short list of foods typically found on the Polish Christmas Eve Wigilia table. Because practices vary from region to region within Poland, this guide is not a definitive list but rather a handy reminder for those of you who wish to keep this tradition alive in your family.
Mushroom soup with noodles, borsch with mushroom uszka (little pierogi), or fish soup.
Herring in oil, pickled herring, carp aspic (jellied carp), stuffed carp, and/or fried carp.
Hay under the white tablecloth.
Salt, pepper.
Sauerkraut with mushrooms, and/or red cabbage.
Dried-fruit compote.
Noodles with poppyseeds.
Kutia (a dish made from boiled wheat, poppy seeds and honey).
Pierogi, traditionally with cabbage and mushrooms.
Oplatek (Christmas wafer).
Bread
An extra setting for an unexpected wanderer.

Can't steal my Christmas

2006-12-16T19:46:00.000-08:00

No one can steal my Christmas from me ! ! !
YOU CAN'T STEAL MY CHRISTMAS

Poem by Sharon Steege

I don't know who they are
Saying
I can't greet the crowd
The way that I want to
Can't say CHRISTMAS out loud.
I walk into a business place
See things that I'd rather not see
But dare I not say CHRISTMAS
And ask for a "holiday" tree?
What happened to freedom of speech
And living in the land of the free
How can they take my CHRISTMAS money
But can't say MERRY CHRISTMAS to me?
Men and women have given their lives
So we could still go free
I wonder how they would feel
At saying "HOLIDAY" TREE.
Come on AMERICA let's wake up
Don't let our freedom escape
If they get by with doing this
What else will they take ?
This is starting to get out of hand,
And I've begun to keep track
Well, I've just about had enough
I'M TAKING CHRISTMAS BACK!
So MERRY CHRISTMAS AMERICA
I hope this gets all over the net
If we all stand united and take freedom back'
Twill be our best CHRISTMAS YET!

3rd Sunday of Advent

2006-12-16T19:43:00.000-08:00

3 rd Sunday of Advent

Christmas story

2006-12-13T18:20:00.000-08:00

Christmas story:
I welcome you to read it and cry with me....

Always believe in MIRACLES!! Three years ago, a little boy and his grandmother came to see Santa at Mayfair Mall in Wisconsin. The child climbed up on his lap, holding a picture of a little girl.

"Who is this?" asked Santa, smiling. "Your friend? Your sister?"

"Yes, Santa," he replied. "My sister, Sarah, who is very sick," he said sadly.

Santa glanced over at the grandmother who was waiting nearby, and saw her dabbing her eyes with a tissue.

"She wanted to come with me to see you, oh, so very much, Santa!" the child exclaimed. "She misses you," he added softly.

Santa tried to be cheerful and encouraged a smile to the boy's face, asking him what he wanted Santa to bring him for Christmas.

When they finished their visit, the Grandmother came over to help the child off his lap, and started to say something to Santa, but halted.

"What is it?" Santa asked warmly.

"Well, I know it's really too much to ask you, Santa, but .." the old woman began, shooing her grandson over to one of Santa's elves to collect the little gift which Santa gave all his young visitors. "The girl in the photograph... my granddaughter well, you see ... she has leukemia and isn't expected to make it even through the holidays," she said through tear-filled eyes. "Is there any way, Santa any possible way that you could come see Sarah? That's all she's asked for, for Christmas, is to see Santa."

Santa blinked and swallowed hard and told the woman to leave information with his elves as to where Sarah was, and he would see what he could do. Santa thought of little else the rest of that afternoon. He knew what he had to do. "What if it were MY child lying in that hospital bed, dying," he thought with a sinking heart, "this is the least I can do."

When Santa finished visiting with all the boys and girls that evening, he retrieved from his helper the name of the hospital where Sarah was staying. He asked the assistant location manager how to get to Children's Hospital.

"Why?" Rick asked, with a puzzled look on his face.

Santa relayed to him the conversation with Sarah's grandmother earlier that day. "C'mon.... I'll take you there," Rick said softly.

Rick drove them to the hospital and came inside with Santa. They found out which room Sarah was in. A pale Rick said he would wait out in the hall.

Santa quietly peeked into the room through the half-closed door and saw little Sarah on the bed. The room was full of what appeared to be her family; there was the Grandmother and the girl's brother he had met earlier that day. A woman whom he guessed was Sarah's mother stood by the bed, gently pushing Sarah's thin hair off her forehead. And another woman who he discovered later was Sarah's aunt, sat in a chair near the bed with weary, sad look on her face. They were talking quietly, and Santa could sense the warmth and closeness of the family, and their love and concern for Sarah. Taking a deep breath, and forcing a smile on his face, Santa entered the room, bellowing a hearty, "Ho, ho, ho!"

"Santa!" shrieked little Sarah weakly, as she tried to escape her bed to run to him, IVtubes in tact. Santa rushed to her side and gave her a warm hug. A child the tender age of his own son -- 9 years old -- gazed up at him with wonder and excitement. Her skin was pale and her short tresses bore telltale bald patches from the effects of chemotherapy. But all he saw when he looked at her was a pair of huge, blue eyes. His heart melted, and he had to force himself to choke back tears. Though his eyes were riveted upon Sarah's face, he could hear the gasps and quiet sobbing of the women in the room.

As he and Sarah began talking, the family crept quietly to the bedside one by one, squeezing Santa's shoulder or his hand gratefully, whispering "thank you" as they gazed sincerely at him with shining eyes. Santa and Sarah talked and talked, and she told him excitedly all the toys she wanted for Christmas, assuring him she'd been a very good girl that year. As their time together dwindled, Santa felt led in his spirit to pray for Sarah, and asked for permission from the girl's mother. She nodded in agreement and the entire family circled around Sarah's bed, holding hands. Santa looked intensely at Sarah and asked her if she believed in angels.

"Oh, yes, Santa... I do!" she exclaimed.

"Well, I'm going to ask that angels watch over you, "he said. Laying one hand on the child's head, Santa closed his eyes and prayed. He asked that God touch little Sarah, and heal her body from this disease. He asked that angels minister to her, watch and keep her. And when he finished praying, still with eyes closed, he started singing softly, "Silent Night, Holy Night.... all is calm, all is bright." The family joined in, still holding hands, smiling at Sarah, and crying tears of hope, tears of joy for this moment, as Sarah beamed at them all. When the song ended, Santa sat on the side of the bed again and held Sarah's frail, small hands in his own.

"Now, Sarah, "he said authoritatively, "you have a job to do, and that is to concentrate on getting well. I want you to have fun playing with your friends this summer, and I expect to see you at my house at Mayfair Mall this time next year!" He knew it was risky proclaiming that, to this little girl who had terminal cancer, but he "had" to. He had to give her the greatest gift he could -- not dolls or games or toys -- but the gift of HOPE.

"Yes, Santa! "Sarah exclaimed, her eyes bright.

He leaned down and kissed her on the forehead and left the room. Out in the hall, the minute Santa's eyes met Rick's, a look passed between them and they wept unashamed. Sarah's mother and grandmother slipped out of the room quicklyand rushed to Santa's side to thank him.

"My only child is the same age as Sarah," he explained quietly. "This is the least I could do." They nodded with understanding and hugged him.

One year later, Santa Mark was again back on the set in Milwaukee for his six-week, seasonal job which he so loves to do. Several weeks went by and then one day a child came up to sit on his lap. "Hi, Santa! Remember me?!"

"Of course, I do," Santa proclaimed (as he always does), smiling down at her.

After all, the secret to being a "good" Santa is to always make each child feel as if they are the "only" child in the world at that moment.

"You came to see me in the hospital last year!" Santa's jaw dropped.

Tears immediately sprang in his eyes, and he grabbed this little miracle and held her to his chest. "Sarah!" he exclaimed. He scarcely recognized her,for her hair was long and silky and her cheeks were rosy -- much different from the little girl he had visited just a year before. He looked over and saw Sarah's mother and grandmother in the sidelines smiling and waving and wiping their eyes.

That was the best Christmas ever for Santa Claus. He had witnessed --and been blessed to be instrumental in bringing about -- this miracle of hope.

This precious little child was healed. Cancer-free. Alive and well. He silently looked up to Heaven and humbly whispered, "Thank you, Father. 'Tis a very, Merry Christmas!

Saint Lucy

2006-12-12T19:39:00.000-08:00

Prayer to St. Lucy

(Patron of deseases of the eye)

Relying on Your goodness, O God, we humbly ask you, by the intercession of your servant, Saint Lucy, to give perfect vision to our eyes, that hey mat serve you for your greater honor and glory. And we pray for the salvation of our souls in this world, that we may come to the enjoyment of the unfailing light of the Lamb of God in Heaven.

Saint Lucy, virgin and martyr, hear our prayers and answer our petitions.

Amen.

For Dec. 12th

2006-12-10T18:54:00.000-08:00

Our Lady of Guadalupe
Dearest Lady of Guadalupe, friutful Mother of Holiness, teach us ways of gentleness and strengh.
Hear my prayer, offered with deep-felt confidence to beg this favor:...

O Mary, conceived without sin, I come to your throne of grace to share the fervent devotion of your faithful Mexican children who call to thee under the glorious Aztec title of ,,Guadalupe" - the Virgin who crushed the serpent.

Queen of Martyrs, whose Immaculate Heart was pierced by seven swords of grief, help me to walk valiantly amid the sharp thorns strewn across my pathway.
Invoke the Holy Spirit of Wisdom to fortify my will to frequent the Sacraments so that thus enlightened and strengthened, I may prefer God to all creatures and shun every occasion of sin.

Help me, as a living branch of the Vine that is Jesus Christ, to exemplify His divine charity always seeking the good of others.
Queen of Apostoles, aid me to win souls for the Sacred Heart of my Savior.
Keep my apostolate fearless, dynamic and articulate, to proclaim the loving solicitude of Our Father in Heaven so that the wayward may heed His pleading and obtain pardon, through the merits of your merciful Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen.

2nd week

2006-12-10T09:28:00.000-08:00

2 nd week of Advent

Last year

2006-12-08T16:14:00.000-08:00

Dec 8th - last year.
We had a snow storm. I was at the Church, across the Midway airport. At 7:00 PM it was a Mass for my mom. It happened at 7:10 PM. We, in the Church did not know anything about the plane. We heard the syrens, so we knew, something happens.
We got out of the Church, and we seen this (see the picture)
A 6 years old boy died in there.

Dec 8th

2006-12-08T03:30:00.000-08:00

Dec, 8th
December 8th 2000, - my mom died.
She did not died, she just fall in sleep here, and woke up on the other side - to new life.

That's how Jesus is coming in the most unexpected time.

RosaMystica

2006-12-07T15:58:00.000-08:00

Apparitions of Our Lady
Rosa Mystica -
at Montichiari-
Fontanelle

Seventh Apparition on 8th December, 1947.

I am the Immaculate Conception.
I am Mary, full of grace, Mother of My Divine Son Jesus Christ.

Through my coming to Montichiari, I which to be known as the

ROSA MYSTICA

It is my wish that every year, on 8th December, at noon, the

HOUR OF GRACE FOR THE WORLD

be celebrated .
Many divine and bodily graces will be received through this devotion.

Our Lord, my Divine Son Jesus, will send His overflowing mercy if good people will pray continuously for their sinful brother
.
If anyone is unable to visit his church, yet will pray at noon at home, he will also receive graces through me. Whoever prays on these tiles and weeps tears of penance, will find a secure heavenly ladder and receive protection and grace through my motherly heart.

Then Our Lady showed Pierina her heart and said:

Look at this heart which loves mankind so very much, but most people only shower offenses upon it.

If the good and the bad unite in prayer they will obtain mercy and peace through this heart. The Lord is still protection the good and is holding back a great punishment because of my intercession.

Our Lady smiled again and went on: Soon one will recognize the greatness of this Hour of Grace.

Full story on the following link:

http://www.mgr.org/rosamystica.html

Prayer for our nation

2006-12-07T15:45:00.000-08:00

Prayer for our nation
God our Father
Giver of life
we entrust the United States of America to
Your loving care.

You are the rock on which this nation was founded.
You alone are the true source of our cherished rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happyness.

Reclaim this land for Your glory and dwell among Your people.

Send Your Spirit to touch the hearts of our nation leaders.
Open their minds to the great worth of human life and the responsibilities that accompany human freedom.
Remind Your people that true happiness is rooted in seeking and doing Your will.

Through the intercession of Mary Immaculate,
Patroness of our land
grant us the courage to reject
the ,,culture of death".
Lead us into a new life
we ask this through Christ our Lord.

AMEN.

Barborka

2006-12-04T17:46:00.000-08:00

Barborka, Miner's Day
St. Barbara Day
December 4 th
One of the most celebrated day associated with workers group is St. Barbara's Day on December 4 th.
Barbara is a patron of coal miners.

Miners professions was always considered dangerous but prestigious therefore this day called Barb or Barburka was celebrated for centuries in a spectacular way. The name of the feast originate of course from St. Barbara as a patron.

Miners are dressed in the special uniforms during Barborka. The uniform consists of black suit and hat with a feather. The color of the feather ( white, red or black) depends on the rank of the miner. Miners wear their decorative uniforms not only during Barborka but also for weddings, fineral and other important politocal or social ceremonies.

Barborka is celebrated not only in Poland but also in other countries of the region with strong moning tradition like in Germany and Czech Republic. In Germany the celebration is called Barbarafeier.

To prevent accidents miners used to build chapels devoted to their patron.
St. Barbara is also a very celebrated namely in Poland because is a popular feminine name.

Happy Barbara's day to my sister Barbara.

Mary's Dream

2006-12-03T08:41:00.000-08:00

Priest story:

Mary's Dream :

...,,Joseph, I had a funny dream last night. I don't understand it, but I think it was about a birthday celebration for our Son. I think that was what it was all about. The people had been preparing for it about six weeks. They'd gone shopping many times and bought elaborate gifts. It was peculiar though, because the presents weren't for our Son.

They wrapped them in beautiful paper and tied them with lovely bows and stacked them under the tree.

Yes, a tree, Joseph, right in their house. They'd decorate the tree alco. Yhe branches were full of glowing balls and sparkling ornaments. All kinds of lights and goodies all around. Then on the top of the tree was a figure. It looked like an angel might look.

Oh, it was beautiful.

Everyone was laughing and happy. They were all excited about the gifts. They gave the gifts to each other, Joseph, and not to our Son. I don't think they even knew Him. They never mentioned His name.

Doesn't it seem odd for people to go to all that trouble to celebrate someone birthday if they don't even know Him?

I had the strangest feeling that if our Son had gone to this celebration He would have been a complete stranger.

Everything was so beautiful, Joseph, and everyone was so gay, but it made me want to cry.

How sad for Jesus - not to be wanted at His own birthday party.....

I'm glad, though it was only a drem....

only a dream....

How terrible, Joseph, if it had been real ?..."

***Author unknown***

MARANA THA ! ! !

Advent in Poland

2006-12-03T08:34:00.000-08:00

Advent in Poland
The richest in traditional observances is the Christmas season. It begins with Advent and ends with the feast of the Three Kings. The Advent starts four Sundays before Christmas. This is a time for the spiritual preparation for the birth of Christ. For that reason, the early morning Mass, the Roraty, is celebrated. The name roraty comes from the first words that begin the service, Rorate coeli, meaning "heaven, dew drop" in Latin. In no other country is this Mass celebrated as solemnly as in Poland.
The Mass begins in the church in almost complete darkness just before sunrise (usually 6:00 -7:00 am) to show readiness, vigilance and alertness for Christ's coming. People who participate in the service also bring torches with them, which are lit during a certain part of the Mass. This celebration has a special atmosphere since it starts in almost complete darkness; gradually, the candles are lit on the altar and by the participants, giving more light. Finally, when the service is approaching the end, sunrise increases the amount of light even more. So, this ceremony revolves around the earth's natural clock.
Today in Poland, many people still attend the Roraty Mass, especially in villages. There, the attachment to tradition is much greater than in towns and cities. According to Church law, Advent is a period of fasting and mourning.

Advent wreath

2006-12-02T18:07:00.000-08:00

Advent
Wreath

The Advent wreath is on of our most popular Advent traditions. Its origin is in pre-Christian Germany and Scandinavia where the people gathered to celebrate the return of the sun after the winter solstice.
The circular wreath made of evergreens with four candles interspersed represented the circle of the year and life that andures through the winter.
As the days grew longer, people lit candles to offer thaks to the ,,sun god" for the light.
For us, the lighting of the Advent candles represents the promise of the coming of Jesus, the light of the world.

Advent

2006-12-02T17:56:00.000-08:00

A D V E N T
Advent, which comes from Latin word for ,,arrival" or ,,coming" is a period of preparation for the birth of our Lord.
Advent begins four Sundays before Christmas and is the start of the Christmas season, which last through the Baptism of Our Lord.
The first Sunday of Advent also marks the beginning of the liturgical year, the Church ,,New Year Day" at which time we change the cycle of readings we are using at Mass.
Advent is a time of joyous anticipation, but also of penance and praparation for the great Christmas feast.
The liturgical color of the season is purple, a sign of penance, which is also used during Lent.
The Church discourages exessive ornamentation, boisterous music and even weddings during Advent, in order to foster a sense of quite hope.

:) and :(

2006-12-02T13:48:00.000-08:00

I add Sunny blog to my list, but with some reason, I can't leave any comments an her blog.

27 th of November

2006-11-27T17:52:00.000-08:00

A book (1951)
Nov.27 th
Feast of our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (1830)

Mary's Message
Our Blessed Mother said to Catherine:

,,My child, the good God wishes to charge you with a mission. The times are evil. The whole world will be afflicted with miseries of every kind. But come to the foot of this altar. Here graces will be bestowed on all who ask with confidence and fervor. They will be given to the great and to the lowly"

Mary withdrew as she had come. And the young peasant gorl followed the child, whom she took to be her Guardian Angel, upstairs again; and here he left among her sleeping companions, who were not to know until near the end of her life that she had seen and touched and spoken to the high Queen of Heaven.
From that July night Catherine pondered and prayed. What was her mission to be ? When would Mary tell her ? Her toughts were long, long thoughts.

In the early evening of the 27th of November, while deep in meditation in the chapel, ahe again detected the sound like the rustling of a silk gown. Glancing up, she saw Our Lady on the right - hand side of the sanctuary. And the novice thus describle what she beheld:
,,Mary wore a robe that was colore of the dawn. Her head was covered with a white veil that fell on each side of Her feet. Her feet rested upon a globe. Her hands were raised about as high as Her waist, and she held in a graceful attitude another globe, a figure of the universe"

The Medal of the Immaculate Conception, generally known as the Miraculous Medal, comes to us directly from the Mother of God.
This explain why it wins extraordinary blessings and favors for those who wear it and pray to Mary Immaculate.

November 27 th

2006-11-27T17:39:00.000-08:00

Nov,27 - feast of our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (1830)

O Virgin Mother of God,
Mary Immaculate,
we dedicate and consecrate ourselves to you
under the title of Our Lady of the
Miraculous Medal.
May this Medal be for each one of us
a sure sign of your affection for us
and a constant reminder of our duties toward you.
Ever while wearing it,
may we be blessed by your loving protection
and preserved in the grace of Your Son.
O Most powerful Virgin
Mother of our Savior
keep us close to you
every moment of our lives.
Obtain for us, your children,
the grace of a happy death,
so that, in union with you,
we mwy enjoy the
bliss of heaven forever.
Amen.

Christ the King

2006-11-26T14:56:00.000-08:00

Christ the King !

wonderful

2006-11-25T17:36:00.000-08:00

isn't wonderful ?
make my heart stoped.

Mother Mary

2006-11-24T14:34:00.000-08:00

Mother Mary
Holy Mother Mary, who by virtue of your divine motherhood have become Mother of us all, I place the charge which God has given me under your loving protection. Be a protecting Mother to my children. Guard their bodies and keep them in health and strength. Guard their minds and keep their thoughts ever holy in the sight of their Creator and God. Guard their hearts and keep them pure and strong and happy in the love of God. Guard always their souls and ever preserve them in faith and in the glorious image of God they received in holy Baptism. Always, Mother, protect them and keep them under your motherly care. Supply in your all - wise motherhood for their poor human deficiencies and protect them from all evil.
Amen.
Queen of the most Holy Family, pray for us !

Love at home

2006-11-23T18:59:00.000-08:00

Love at home

There is beauty all around

When there is love at home

There is joy in every sound

When there is love at home

Peace and plenty here abide

Smiling sweet on every side

Time doth softly, sweetly glide

When there is love at home

Daily Prayer

2006-11-19T19:41:00.000-08:00

Daily prayer for the Holy Souls
Immortal God, Holy Lord, Father and Protector of all you have zreated, we raise our hearts to you today for those who have passed out of this mortal life.
In your loving mercy, Father of all, be pleased to receive them into your heavenly company, and forgive the failings and faults they may have done from human frailty.
Your only Son, Christ, our Savior, suffered so cruelly that He might deliver souls from the second death. By His merits may they share in the glory of His victory over sin and death. For all the faithful who have died we pray, but in particular for those dear to us, parents, relatives and friends. Nor do we forget all who did good to us while on earth, who helped us by their prayers, sacrifice and example. We pray also for any who may have done us harm, and stand in special need of your forgiveness. May the merits and prayers of our Virgin Mother, Mary and those of all Your Angels and Saints, speak for them and assist them now.
This we ask in Christ's name.
Amen.

Jesus Face

2006-11-17T18:46:00.000-08:00

Jesus Face
Can you see a Jesus Face ?
Take a good look in the upper left.

The final inspection

2006-11-10T20:51:00.000-08:00

The final inspection

The soldier stood and faced God
Which must always come to pass
He hoped his shoes were shining
Just as brightly as his brass
> Step forward now, you soldier
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true ?<
The soldier squared his shoulders and said

... No Lord, I guess I ain't
Because those of us who carry guns
Can't always be a saint
I've had to work most Sundays
And at times my talk was tough
And sometimes I've been violent
Because the world is awfully rough
But I never took a penny
That wasn't mine to keep
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep
And I never passed a cry for help
Though at times I shook with fear
And sometimes, God, forgive me
I've wept unmanly tears
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fears
If you've a place for me here, Lord
It needn't be so grand
I never expected or had too much
But if you don't, I'll understand...

There was a silent all around the Throne
Where the saints had often trod
As the soldier waited quietly
For a judgment of his God.

>>>Step forward now, you soldier
You've borne your burdens well
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets
You've done your time in Hell<<<

Prayer:
Lord hold our troops in Your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen.

Five finger prayer

2006-11-06T16:26:00.000-08:00

This is so neat.
This is beautiful - and it is surely worth making the 5 fingers a part of our lives.

1. Your thumb is nearest you. So begin your prayers by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved once..............is a sweet duty.

2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct and heal, this includes teachers, doctors,........They need support and wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers.

3. The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our leaders. Pray for the president, leaders in bussiness and industry, and administrators. Those people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God's guidance.

4. The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is our weakest finger, as any piano teacher will testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble or in pain. They need your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them.

4. And lastly comes our little finger - the smallest finger of all which is where we should place ourselves in relation to God and others. As the Bible says - The least shall be the greatest among you - Your pinkie should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs will be put into proper perspective and will be able to pray for youself more effectively.

For departed loved once

2006-11-05T09:53:00.000-08:00

For departed loved once
O Almighty God, who by the love which you have for men, willed to take our humanity, to live a life of hard work, to suffer a most cruel passion, and finally to die on the cross, I beseech you by the infinite merits purchased for us with Your Precious Blood, to deliver the souls in Purgatory and grant them Eternal rest.
Accept, O merciful God, the prayers which I offer for them, and call them to the Glory of Heaven. I commend to you the souls of my relations, friends and benefactors, and all in need of my prayers.
Most Holy Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Comforter of the Afflicted, obtain for them everlasting peace.
Amen.

For all the faithful departed

2006-11-04T18:48:00.000-08:00

For all the faithful departed
God, Creator and Redeemer of all the faithful, grant to the souls of your servants and handmaids the forgiveness of all their sins. Through our devout prayers may they obtain the pardon which they have always desired. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Lord, hear our prayers; in your mercy, bring us to your place of peace and light the souls of your servants, whom you have summoned from this world. Call him/her to be numbered in the fellowship of your saints. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer for poor souls

2006-11-04T13:22:00.000-08:00

Prayer for poor souls
O most compassionete Jesus have mercy on the souls in Purgatory, for whose redemption You did take upon Yourself our nature and endure a bitter death. Mercifully hear their groanings; look with pity on them; and by the virtue of Your Passion release them from the pains due their sins. O most merciful Jesus, let Your precious Blood flow down into Purgatory, and refresh and revive the captive souls suffering there. Stretch out unto them Your strong right hand, and bring them forth into the place of refreshment, light and peace. Amen.

Prayer for our beloved dead

2006-11-03T16:29:00.000-08:00

Prayer for Our
Beloved Dead
O Virgin most kind Mary
Mother of God
most loving consoler
of those in distress
commend to Your Son
the souls
of the Faithful Departed
so that, because
of Your motherly intervention
they may joyfully arrive
in Your company
as their longed - for home
in Heaven.
Amen.

O Lord,
grant those who have died
the joy of Your presence
and us who are living
the happiness of knowing this.

Prayer for all Souls

2006-11-03T16:23:00.000-08:00

Prayer for all Souls
Almighty and Merciful God
Your Son Jesus loved us so much
that He died and rose again
to bring us new life.
We pray for our brothers and sisters
who have died.
Grant them Your forgiveness
and bring them to Eternal life
in the company of all Your saints.
Amen

November 2

2006-11-01T19:24:00.000-08:00

November 2
November 2 is the day on which special prayers are offered for the souls of the faithful which at death have not been cleansed from venial sins, or have not atoned for past transgressions, cannot attain the beatific vision. It is time to pray for their souls to assist the souls from Purgatory to Heaven.

For the deceased Eternal rest grant to them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.

November

2006-10-31T17:12:00.000-08:00

November
The month of November is upon us. We are entering the marvelous season devoted to the dead. The Feast of All Souls is celebrated on November 2 nd. There is not one saint who has more than one given Feast Day. However, the whole month of November is given over to the remembrance of the deceased. Make this November the best on in your life.

Our Lord told St. Gertrude, that the following prayer would release 1000 Souls from Purgatory each time is said. The prayer was extended to include living sinners which would alleviate the indebteness accured to them during their lives.

,,Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the masses said throughout the world today, for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the universal church, those in my own home and within my family, Amen."

Hold me, Jesus

2006-10-29T16:19:00.000-08:00

Hold me, Jesus
Hold me ,Jesus, when I'm sad
And things are, oh, so wrong
Help me see beyond the hurt
Place in my heart a song
Hold me, Jesus, when I cry
And see world through tears
Comfort me with whispered words
That drive away my fears
Hold me, Jesus, let me feel
The wonder of Thy love
As I lift my eyes to Thee
Send peace from above
And when at last my heart is still
You loving arms around me
Let me look upon Thy face
And see Thy wondrous glory !
>>>D.A.DeWald<<<

God's Wondrous Blessings

2006-10-29T15:26:00.000-08:00

God's Wondrous Blessings
We are grateful for bountiful harvests
Blessed in golden friut of grain
We are grateful for richly fetrile fields
Blessed in showers of falling rain
We are grateful for a steadfast family
Blessed in unity's loving touch
We are grateful for bonds od friendship
Blessed with smile that mean so much
We are grateful to go to churches where
Blessed in faith, we bow our heads in prayer
We are grateful to have God's gifts divine
Blessed in wonders of His love and care
>>>E.W.Winstead<<<

Brighter Day

2006-10-28T12:13:00.000-07:00

Brighter day

When the trials and troubles

Of this life get you down

When your heart is breaking

And your world comes unwound

Know there is One

Who is always beside you

To love and strengthen

To uplift and to guide you

His name is JESUS

He will show you the way

He can give you the warmth

Of a much brighter day

Just open your heart

To His wondrous love

And feel the presence

Of His Spirit above

His joy, His compassion

And His love ever true

Like sunbeams from Heaven

Will shine down upon you

So look upward and onward

With a joyful heart

With every beginning

Comes a fresh new start

Just walk with Jesus

He'll show you the way

To a life filled with gladness

And a much brighter day !

>>>G.A.Carpenter<<<

Hope

2006-10-25T16:20:00.000-07:00

H O P E

Hope is the enchor we cling to

When we're tempest-tossed on life sea

Hope gives us courage to hang on

No matter how bad things may be

Hope is a candle that's shining

When we've lost course in the night

Steadfast its light as it guides us

Back to the path we know is right

Hope brings new strength for life's journey

Endurance for running the race

When we are tired hope helps us

To keep a brave smile on our face

Hope sees a brighter tomorrow

And helps set our gaze toward the sky

Knowing behind every dark cloud

A rainbow appears by and by

Hope tells us to keep dreaming

Although our dream seems far away

Hope plants a song in our being

A joyous song to greet each day

Hope is a priceless possession

A gift that forever its promise

Child after the night comes the dawn

>>>B.J.Anderson<<<

Reach out for Him

2006-10-24T15:51:00.000-07:00

Reach out for Him

When your days are darkest

The whole world seems bleak and bare

Just reach out your hand

And you will find Him there

When you are afraid and lonely

Need someone to really care

Just reach out your hand

And you will find Him there

When your thoughts run rampant

You think - Can this be fair?

Just reach out your hand

And you will find Him there

Although your steps may falter

As you climb life's winding stair

Just reach out your hand

And you will find Him there

And then when you travel on again

With many years to spare

Remember, that when you reach out

He is always there.

>>>A.L.Winters<<<

Lord, give me faith

2006-10-22T08:22:00.000-07:00

Lord, give me faith

Help me to walk with patience, Lord

Help me to watch and pray

I know that You have heard my cry

The sun will shine some day

Help me to seek Your will, dear Lord

O, keep me brave and true

I know not what is best for me

Send faith to see me through

Help me to walk each step with hope

Though I can't see the light

Lord, take my hand and lead the way

Oh, guide me day and night

Hour by hour, Lord, give me faith

Faith that never asks why

Whatever is, Lord, help me say

Save in Your care am I

>>>P.C.Michael<<<

Memorial....

2006-10-21T06:08:00.000-07:00

Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary

Blessed Virgin Mary, the mysteries of the rosary lead us to meditate on the life of Jesus, the Redeemer. May our meditation on the mysteries of our salvetion bring us to live the life of Christ in the world. May we imitate what these holy mysteries contain and receive what they promise. Amen

In faith I pray

2006-10-19T15:58:00.000-07:00

In Faith I Pray

Gracious Lord, merciful Lord
As I kneel to pray
Look on all those that I love
Tenderly, today
Rid their hearts of weariness
Erase their every care
Let them know, thru faith in You
That life is sweet, and fair
Bring to all the sorrowing
ANd those who are in pain
Joy and comfort, from the heart
Let them smile again
I pray for all the needy
And those who are alone
Unite them with their loved ones
One day before Your throne
The world beyond awaits us
All who believe and pray
And love our neighbor as ourself
As we go on our way

>>>G.Appleby<<<

All His Roads........

2006-10-17T17:05:00.000-07:00

All His Roads Lead Home !

Whatever you are going through,

of pain or cirumstance

it is not there because of lick

it is not there by chance !

God has a special plan for you

that's known to Him alone

so trust that He is leading right

for all His roads lead home !

He's is promised He will never give

a thing too much for us

but make escape in every trial

so in His mercy trust

sometimes the way is smooth and fine

sometimes all rock and stone

but whatever way He gives

all His roads lead home !

He uses pain, He uses others

to bring deep - needed change

no circumstance He gives to us

is in our life in vain

Oh, child of His, don't be concerned

the path ahead's unknown

for with the Savior as your Guide

all His roads lead home !

>>>L.F.Nuzzi<<<

The Master's Miracle

2006-10-17T16:55:00.000-07:00

The Master's Miracle

In the Autumn morning's sunlight
when the air is crystal clear
not one ,,Old Masters" painting
with its beauty cold compare
Each tree is splashed with color
made not by human brush
for who of us could capture
the beauty of the hush ?
the pale blue sky's the background
my window is the frame....
it'a called ,, The Master's Miracle"
of turning leaves to flame
>>>H.Sharp<<<

When in need

2006-10-14T14:55:00.000-07:00

When in need of a Friend

When in need of a friend
look around you
you need never be alone
many truehearts
will surround you
grown from the seeds
you have sown
for every small deed
has its blossom
that feeds on a smile or a word
or a handclasp that says
,,I am with you"
a message unspoken but heard

>>>E.Jackman<<<

The power of prayer

2006-10-14T07:28:00.000-07:00

The power of prayer

I cannot face the day alone

not knowing what is there

so I must seek the Fathers Will

as I kneel down in prayer

I need His guidance every day

upon this path of life

to give me peace, so deep within

while facing fears and strife

He sees me through the valley days

but when my heart soars high

He shares my joy laughter too

yet sees each tear I cry

so early in the morning, when

the day is fresh and new

I bow before the Father's throne

and pray for strength anew

then when the nighttime shadows fall

upon my pillow there

I cannot fall asleep before

I go to God in prayer

Dear Lord, I thank You for Your love

for You are always there

and for the line that's open, Lord

when I kneel down in prayer

>>>G.B.McClain<<<

October 13 th

2006-10-12T17:17:00.000-07:00

October 13 th
F A T I M A

Prayer to Our Lady of Fatima

O Most Haly Virgin Mary, Quin of the Most holy Rosary, you were pleased to appear to the children of Fatima and reveal a glorious message. We implore you, inspire in our hearts a fervent love for the recitation of the Rosary. By meditating on the mysteries of the redemption that are recalled therein may we obtain the graces and virtues that we ask, through the merits of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer.

Tell it to Jesus

2006-10-11T19:55:00.000-07:00

Tell it to Jesus

When your heart is full of troubles
and the teardrops of despair
do not cry and pine and worry
tell it to the Lord in prayer

Pray to Him for love and comfort
when your teoubles make you cry
He is always in your presence
with the comforts life denies

Tell Him of the griefs and heartaches
that the burdens in your life
and the wishes that you pray for
to becalm your tears and strife

He will touch your heart with comfort
and His love of holy grace
in a sanctity of blessings
and the warmth of His embrace

>>>M.Dubina<<<

Blessed be God, who did not refuse me the kindness I sought in prayer.......

Just walk beside me

2006-10-10T19:16:00.000-07:00

Just walk beside me

Don't walk too far ahead, I may not follow.....

your steps are so much swifter than my own

if I lose sight of you within the distance

I doubt I can continue on alone

Don't walk too far behind, I may not lead.....

I lack the strength of soul that you possess

and if you lost oyur way because of me

the both of us would face a wilderness

But walk beside me.... so that I may know

the sweet companionship your presence brings

so may we, hand - in - hand and heart - to - heart

help each other on to higher things

>>>G.E.Easley<<<

Sunset

2006-10-08T19:02:00.000-07:00

Sunset The sunset's like a fire in the sky
orange, gold and amber-hued
the day has come and gone
and rest brightly in the blue
the sun - a reflacting light
on thoughts as the day closes
was today well - spent?
for soon the sun reposes...
the glow of the day is fading
and soon will be past
have we made a memory
that will keep and last?
embers of light glow softly
soon the sun will rest
did we add our light to the world?
can we say "I did my best?"
the glow of daylight closes
the glory of God in the heavens
we'll have a new sunrise !

Look up to the skies and behold

regard the heavens high above you

Seasons of Life

2006-10-08T10:43:00.000-07:00

Seasons of life
Spring is like a beauty fair
of being born anew
to sweetness of this time in life
when everything is new

Summer is a learning time
this expierence sincere
our God is more pronounced in us
we can feel Him ever near

The Fall of life is when we feel
the changing of the guard
a sweet and gentle day of life
for which we've worked so hard

In Winter we all turn
from all of the past's sweet scenes
we find them in our memory
we feel them in our dreams

So, we live life's seasons
how grand it was to be
trying all of the time, my God
to be closer yet.......to Thee.

>>>J.J.Huesgen<<<

2006-10-08T07:48:00.000-07:00

Welcome :)