A couple have asked for my mother's name so you can pray for her by name. The English spelling of her first name is Noreen and her middle name would be rendered as Marie. She is such a strong woman. She asked me to attach the following little image Da found on the internet that was a favorite saying from Padre Pio.
Mom wanted me to mention that in March one of my nieces died in a car accident and that one of my father's joys today is being met and reunited with his granddaughter. Her name is Kiera.
A special word to OxfordMovement:
Dearest Oxford, my niece Kiera was a wonderful baby-sitter and such a beautiful young woman. I'm absolutely certain she and my father will both take care of Michael and in turn be blessed by him. You are not alone, Oxford, and my mother would like to talk to you and pray with you. She says to tell you that from this moment on you and Shelley and your children will be the prayer of her heart day and night. Please accept our love and our care Oxford. You have many friends here and many who can help you through this.
To everyone:
I thank everyone for your kindness to me and your lovely words about my father and assurances of prayer. Please accept my deepest gratitude.