Our Angel on Earth

Our Angel on Earth, originally uploaded by marrngtn (Manuel).

My sister has a calming,comforting and nurturing spirit. She has the ability to reassure my father in his times of confusion and frustration. She has been an Angel to see over him and care for him.

Zita, I don't know where he, I or the rest of the family would be without you. May God Protect You All Of Your Days.

Did I mention she is an Attorney, Former Nurse(MSN) and an Ordained Minister.

John Henry turns around

John Henry turns around, originally uploaded by marrngtn (Manuel).

For anyone that thinks prayers and positive energy have no influence on outcomes, needed to see my dad yesterday.

This is a picture of him feeding himself. He has the lust for life again. He is claiming his plans for his 100th Birthday Party 15 years from now.

I can't imagine those in this life that have no hope in the face of crisis and have no where to draw strength.

A Smoke for My Dad

A smoke for my Dad, originally uploaded by marrngtn (Manuel).

My dad said his goodbye's today. His condition hasn't changed much. Not sure whats happening with his spirit but. he said he has made peace with the Alpha and the Omega.

He had all of his children by his side tonight. Before arriving at the hospital I stopped by the Basilica and prayed, lit a candle and got some holy water.

Before leaving the hospital I anointed his head and chest with the holy water. We joined hand in hand and prayed around his bed. My eldest sister and eldest brother lead us in prayer.

After we prayed he insisted that we anoint our hands with the water. He sent us on our way, not wanting anyone to stay with him.

My dad is not only my dad but somewhere along the way we became best friends, sharing life trials, tribulations and happiness. We talked about anything and everything openly and honestly.

So tonight pop, I smoked for you. I know you are "Jones'n" for a smoke. I had a drink from the bottle of Bushmills Malt we shared our last drink from together.

We have had a great time together. If you have heard your call home go with peace.

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of His hand.