A surprise around every corner

Well, today started out a bit emotional. I'm dealing with some new information that is hard to process and could forever change my life as well as those around me. I'm not quite ready to talk about it all, but I am finally accepting the reality of it all. In doing so I pretty much lost my cool this morning and had to go for a walk. I ended up at the park and watched the sun rise over the trees while swinging. It was fairly relaxing and much needed. This entire episode helped me realize that I cannot expect what I do not ask for. I needed comfort, support, and reassurance. Once I asked for it I received it and I honestly felt so much better. More relaxed and ready to take the day on with a happier, healthier outlook.

Lily took a great nap and was happy during Mass today. I think it helped that Fr Dave was there :) we were all pleasantly surprised! I guess the priest that is supposed to be filling in this month couldn't make it. Lily sang her little heart out during a few of the hymns, and made a new friend. After Communion there was a bit of a disturbance. While we were all kneeling in prayer a man a few pews up from us stood up and began preaching, this is not a standard practice in the Catholic Church and I (as well as most of the parishioners) found it to be disrespectful. Father Dave addressed the man quietly and asked him to respect our service. When the man declined Deacon made a phone call to what I am assuming was the police station. The choir stepped up and sang loud and proud, drowning the man out. During this time another male parishioner stood next to the man showing him something and talking to him. It was nice to see that everyone just kind of let him do his thing and only addressed him peacefully. Though the rest of Mass Edwin and Chris stood beside the man after attempting to have him leave, he was very diligent. Even at the closing prayer the man was preaching. Father didn't miss a beat though, he made light of the situation by saying this would be a very memorable Mass (after which Mina laughed so hard she snorted!)

I personally don't have a problem with people expressing their views and beliefs. Just don't do it in the middle of another religious service. Stand outside the doors and saying what you would like before or after the service would even be fine with me. But to completely disrespect the beliefs of others is not acceptable in my eyes, but to each his own I guess.

My last surprise of the day, so far anyway, Alfred is coming home tomorrow! I wish it were for better circumstances :/ his great grandma is not doing so hot so he's coming home to be with her and the rest of the family. But the best part of the surprise is that a man who he had never met before offered to get him a round trip ticket home for $150! what an amazing man :) he will forever be remembered by those who know what he has done for Fred and his family!

Hopefully there will be more good surprises around the corner soon!

Tomorrow is the soccer game! It's going to be a long day for Lily!!! But should be tons of fun!