just another day of Catholic pondering

Yes, it’s true: I love Mary.

I call her Mommy. I talk to her throughout my day. I lean on her and encourage others to do the same.

It’s no surprise, then, that I spent some time recording a segment for Pat Gohn, of the Among Women podcast, for her upcoming special on Mary. Not only did I feel a sort of personal mandate, a calling even, I thought it might be fun. (You know, because I needed a reason to cry.)

Though it took approximately 49 takes to record, thanks to Niagra Falls coming from my eyes, I did finally come up with a completed segment about what I love about Mary.

If you haven’t yet called Pat’s listener feedback line (206-338-6077) or emailed her (amongwomenpodcast@me.com) an mp3 file or email she can share, consider doing that this week. (You only have until August 3rd!)

Think of it as a love note, a little bouquet we’re gathering for a dear woman in our lives, a saint who intercedes for us in the most intimate and tender ways, who is always there for us, who is a mother in the most beautiful way.

Can’t wait to hear your contribution on the show!