So we survived the most difficult month of the year in these parts. Traditionally August is the hottest and it did not disappoint. August also is fairly wet; not so this year. In fact, the driest August on record. We always worry about storms in August with Katrina a constant reminder. All of our kids get back to school here in August, from the youngest to the college crew. Our daughter began her new adventure a state away. But August is done; what does September hold?
Well tonight, we in southeast Louisiana are waiting to see. Weather predictions tonight range from lots of weekend rain to the possibility of a close to coast developing tropical storm. These pesky Gulf tropical storms, no Katrina or even Irene, are somewhat deceiving because they lack strong winds and push little tidal flooding towards the coast but man can they dump rain. The problem stems from the fact that these things are slow moving and they tend to linger along the coast. Folks down here will remember Allison and Juan, tame as far as storms go, devastating in rain and subsequent flooding.
As we progress through our Labor Day weekend we will certainly update on what's going on. I sure would feel a little better if my generator was running; hopefully I'll have some time to work on it in case we lose power.
September does give us a glimpse into the coming fall season. I'm ready to say goodbye to summer. Football is certainly upon us; LSU plays Saturday and the Saints kick-off the NFL season in 8 days on national TV vs. the Packers.
September this year brings the 10th anniversary of that tragic day we all call 9-11. Who could forget? As this anniversary draws closer we will have plenty to say about that day and how it has changed us forever.
The Church will welcome all CCD students back in the fold, some RCIA programs kick-off in September and we draw one month closer to the implementation of the Roman Missal. Some parishes will actually start singing the Gloria, in it's new format, now since we don't sing the Gloria during Advent.
I'm looking forward to a little vacation time this month and plenty of wonderful ministry opportunities; weddings, classes, and orison ministry.
Hello September; please be kind. And please let's all pray for an insignificant weather event over the weekend.
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