I just got back from the Bishop Maginn High School Prom a few minutes ago, it was beautiful and uplifting, a joyous end to a place of great meaning for my friend Sue Silverstein and so many others.
I stayed a couple of hours and got some wonderful photos, but my body did catch up with me and I was and am exhausted. I am getting better but not there yet.
And standing up and jumping up and down was not comfortable. It was a joy to be there.
I’ll put up some photos in the morning, sorry to keep anyone waiting. I’m so glad I went, and so, I think, were the kids.
I feel very close to many of them, and they to me, and I’ve learned in this work that what matters as much as anything is showing up. They always know when you show up, and they always know when you don’t.
On the way home, I saw this beautiful beef cow with her calves. I had to stop for that. Maria is very gracious about that.
Right now I need to sleep.
So glad you went. You were making memories for those who appreciate all you have done❤️
I can feel your excitement and happiness from your post! You and Maria provide /mentor so much what this world needs “ love hope care”, and to think I found the two of you through Fredia , last chance , by chance just browsing the library display shelves
It wouldn’t hurt a thing if you laid up in bed and read all day Sunday.
So glad you were able to go to the prom, know it meant a lot to you and the kids..and Sue..looking forward to seeing the photos..
” what matters as much as anything is showing up. They always know when you show up, and they always know when you don’t.” There is nothing more true.
Beautiful photo, Jon! Bucolic scene for sure. Hope you are feeling better.