franciscanheart Posted November 4, 2006 Posted November 4, 2006 Carmen, you have my prayers as we approach our departure date! Trust!
cmaD2006 Posted November 7, 2006 Author Posted November 7, 2006 (edited) [font="Century Gothic"][size=7][center]Visit: 9 days and counting...[/center][/size][/font] Capie's post (aimed towards the priesthood, another thread and I have no clue as to how to reference it!) had something that made me think, and kind of confirmed my previous post. Although his post is aimed towards men, in a way it applies to women as well. Its time to put aside worries and fears, and say YES. The Lord is in need of women who are willing to give up their lives for the Church as selfless servants, to give of oneself unselfishly for the good of the Kingdom. And of course out of Love for the Beloved. I'm still quite nervous of course ... but I'm starting to settle down to "fiat"; i.e. "whatever You want Lord". I also think all the prayers have been helping! God bless. -- Carmen Edited November 7, 2006 by cmariadiaz
cmaD2006 Posted November 13, 2006 Author Posted November 13, 2006 [size=7][font="Century Gothic"]3 days ....[/font][/size] Mental note: don't make any major changes right before a visit. I just finished packing my office; I start tomorrow (read: 6 hrs) in another office. Ay. Plans for packing/washing clothes ... thown out the window. At least I've got Monday Night/Tuesday Night/Wednesday Night ... maybe I can even take Wed. off. I guess the good thing about being busy is that I haven't had much time to worry about the trip ... other than knowing that I haven't even STARTED packing. Ay. Am I spiritually 100% ready for the trip ... not exactly; but after a talk today with a priest I feel a bit calmer about the whole thing. Not that the trip to see him was well planned ... I didn't have the spare time, but I figured that if put Him first then the rest will just fall in place. His words "Do not fear, and don't hesitate to go into the deep. Remember Peter had to decide to trust enough to walk on the water. And if you feel as if you're going to drown, just yell out as Peter did. Jesus will be there to pull you out." Will try to post one last pre-trip thought on Wed. -- Carmen
franciscanheart Posted November 13, 2006 Posted November 13, 2006 [quote name='cmariadiaz' post='1118676' date='Nov 13 2006, 02:14 AM'] I guess the good thing about being busy is that I haven't had much time to worry about the trip ... other than knowing that I haven't even STARTED packing. Ay.[/quote] It's really not funny but... SAME HERE!
passionheart Posted November 15, 2006 Posted November 15, 2006 Wow, I have been praying for you and now the time is here. Don't worry dear sister all will be well. I agree with the priest telling you about Peter needed to trust the Lord in order to walk on water. I have used the story as a lesson for my life. Somedays, I couldn't get out of the boat and other days, yep I looked at the troubles in my life instead of Jesus. I sank real fast!!! However, Jesus stretched out His Hand to me as He is doing with you. Put your hand in His and let Him lead. Enjoy the company of your Beloved and in His company, aah no telling what you will see and learn. Keeping you in my prayers!!
Jennifer Posted November 15, 2006 Posted November 15, 2006 At long last, the time has arrived for your visit to Argentina. I will be thinking of you tomorrow, will pray that you have a lovely time and will look forward to your posts when you return home.God Bless you Carmen.
cmaD2006 Posted November 16, 2006 Author Posted November 16, 2006 (edited) 15 hours ... My gosh I will be so thrilled to get on that jet plane. Leaving the worries of the world behind, at least for the next two weeks (any hopefully longer if I start learning how to put them in God's hands). I think what I've learned the most in the last few days is that (a) we are definitely weak, sinners (who keep falling in the same sins again and again) (b) He is there to pick us up as soon as we realize that we've fallen (no matter how deep). © Jesus forgives us, many times way before we forgive ourselves (d) key is to keep my eyes on Him, and start afresh again. A good dose of humility is wonderful for the growth of the soul! Thanks to everyone for the prayers ... I promise to post once I get back. -- Carmen Edited November 16, 2006 by cmariadiaz
cmaD2006 Posted December 3, 2006 Author Posted December 3, 2006 I'm back :-) The journey home went from an 18 hr trip to 33 .... so I need to get some sleep very soon. I promise to post more details later .... but the good news is that I will be entering postulancy at some point with the community. I'm not posting a date yet until it gets close (because of work). But we've set a tentative date. The main deciding factor as far as the date was concerned is dealing with my outstanding debt and my apartment lease (otherwise I could have stayed and started postulancy immediately). It was, suffice to say, an awesome visit.
the lords sheep Posted December 3, 2006 Posted December 3, 2006 Congratulations and prayers! I'm so excited to hear of another PM vocation! Please keep us updated as more is decided! May God bless you for your willingness to follow Him!
Jennifer Posted December 3, 2006 Posted December 3, 2006 : Carmen I 'm so happy for you . Congratulations and PRAYERS
ruso Posted December 3, 2006 Posted December 3, 2006 Felicidades Carmen, espero que seas muy feliz en Argentina. I hope that you will are very happy in Argentina.
Totus Tuus Posted December 3, 2006 Posted December 3, 2006 I can't wait to hear more! Praise God for your safe return and good visit. Keep us posted
franciscanheart Posted December 4, 2006 Posted December 4, 2006 You picked up the hours I shaved off of my return visit, Carmen! : God is good to those who are faithful. I'm very happy for you. Many more prayers...
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