Dear Diary,
Today was encapsulated by a blanket of snow as a small blizzard swept through overnight, making the roads once again impassable. It's always a bit magical to wake up to such a wintry wonderland, but it also means a lot of extra work.
Sister Mary Claire and I spent the morning nestled in warmth, reading from the Sister's Daily Roman Missal. Today's Gospel was quite moving—Luke 19:41-44, where Jesus weeps over Jerusalem. Sister Mary Claire has such a gift for storytelling; she explained the reading in a way that made it feel so vivid and poignant, almost as if I could see the tears of Christ myself.
Chores were done quickly today; the cold bit at our fingers as we hustled. I had to gather eggs three times just to ensure they wouldn’t freeze—thank goodness we managed to save them all. Mini, bless her heart, struggled with the deep snow but managed her typical hop-hop style to get around. It's both amusing and heartwarming to watch.
I managed to drop a letter for Vreni in the mailbox. It's filled with tales of our snowy siege and some sketches I’ve been working on. Though I suspect it might sit there for a day or two given the snow-blocked roads, I always feel closer to her knowing it's on its way.
As night drew close, Sister Mary Claire and I concluded our day with a sweet evening prayer, asking for warmth and safety for all those with cold feet and colder hearts tonight. May they find warmth in their homes and in their hearts.
Dear Lord, as we rest under Your watchful eyes tonight, blanket us with Your peace. Protect those out in the cold, and let Your love be a warm embrace around the world. Amen.
Goodnight, Diary.
Love, Kathy
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