January 19, 1956
Dear Diary,
Today's Gospel reading during Mass was about the wedding at Cana, from John 2:1-11. It's the story where Jesus performs His first miracle by turning water into wine, showing us that with faith, the most ordinary things can become extraordinary. It made me think about how little acts of kindness can transform a day, just like water turned into wine.
Speaking of kindness, it was a frosty morning here, with the thermometer showing a chilly minus 6 degrees! Just when Sister Mary Claire and I were bundling up for the cold walk to Church, our neighbor Robert called. He offered to pick us up in his pickup, which was such a warm and welcome gesture—literally! His truck was toasty warm when he arrived, and what a treat that was for all of us. Yes, even Mini was there; she sat on my lap and seemed to enjoy the warmth as much as we did.
Robert's pickup was loaded down with dry ash firewood, which he kindly left for us when he brought us home. It was just like the miracle at the wedding—what we needed was generously provided, turning our cold day into a warm and joyous one. It's amazing how the Gospel comes to life in the most unexpected ways!
As we settled in for the night, Sister Mary Claire turned on the little Swiss radio to Bishop Robert Barron's Sunday Sermon. Listening to him discuss today's Gospel and the power of faith was the perfect ending to our day.
Now, as we ready ourselves for sleep, we join our hearts in prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for the warmth of friendship and the unexpected blessings of this day. As we rest tonight, keep us safe and warm, and renew our spirits to serve You and others with joyful hearts. Amen.
Love, Kathy
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