Funerals, Weddings and Mother's Day

Yesterday, I buried a dear saint. Tomorrow, I will marry a happy couple. And then there's Mother's Day. What an odd combination of emotions.

The funeral celebrated the life and homegoing of a dear saint who had been ill for many years. And yet saying goodbye is never an easy thing. We laughed. We cried. We enjoyed each other's company. But we still had to walk away from a cemetery, knowing life would never be the same again.

I imagine Sunday will be a difficult day for this family. But Sunday will be a difficult day for many families who wish they could tell their Mom, "I love you". Some are separated by death. Some are separated by distance. Some are separated by broken relationships. Nevertheless, Sunday will be difficult for many.

I find myself in a melancholy mood today. Still grieving from the loss of a dear saint, I am struggling to be prepared to engage in the celebration that begins with the rehearsal tonight.

Lord, grant me you peace. Grant me your joy. I am your servant.

Give me today my "daily bread". Amen.