24: All Souls Day

This past Saturday, I went to the TOR Sisters' All Souls Day mass at the motherhouse. My younger sister Laura came with me, which was really exciting because none of my family has been there yet. It was definitely kind of weird though having my two worlds collide like that, but I think it was good. It was nice also just having my sister for the first time bringing family instead of having the whole crew with me. It was a good, peaceful "transition". (Note: I really do want my whole family to come meet the sisters, but the timing has not been right yet!)

It was also good to be there because I had been wondering what was going on in my application process. I always could have called and asked them, but you know me.... I like to make things difficult! :p
At any rate though, I chatted with Sr. Della Marie briefly about what was going on, and things are looking good! Of course, I automatically think the worst: I haven't heard from them so something bad must be happening. Turns out, the psychologist they usually use had retired at the end of October, which they were unaware of, so they had to quickly find another one that met their qualifications and would be able to do the interviews. And, even more entertaining, he is one of the professors I had in a counseling class at Franciscan, and he actually knows that I left the program to discern religious life. So I am very excited about this meeting! But that is really why I hadn't heard from the sisters sooner. Everything is good and on track :)

I'll be sure to post if something changes or if I hear anything new. I think they are just finalizing the paperwork etc. with the psychologist before setting up appointments. Then I will be on my way!