Yesterday my mother had to go to the bookstore at the Shrine (she was hoping to find a particular children's Bible), so I was able to visit with friends I miss very much. The Shrine was busy as always, but Fr. Joe (Holcombe) still took the time to stop and say "hello". While my mom was shopping, I chatted with some of the security guards. It was really nice to see everyone again – my Shrine "family" is one thing I really miss about school.

Mr. Showalter was at the Shrine; apparently Rebecca is graduating from Mount St. Mary's today. Congratulations Rebecca!

Fr. Joe came over for dinner last night after Kenny cut his lawn. It was really nice to see him again…it has been too long between visits! We had spaghetti – *yum*!

The family went to a Baptism today, but I opted to stay home as Fr. Baer is giving a chastity talk at church (for the Teen Club) and said that I could come as his guest and "exhibit A of a chaste college student". :-P So I am spending my Sunday doing laundry, cooking "Stella Style", listening to the Christian music station, and in general taking it easy.