Flu Shot Week
I received my flu shot this Monday, received a request for a letter of recommendation for pharmacy school from a former student on Tuesday, and today I went with Marissa and the children to the Hallowe'en party at the library. We played card games afterwards with Marissa's parents, and then I went to a work meeting.
Labels: biology, Carnegie, family-Marissa, games, health, library, meeting, recommendation, seasons, work
Locust Iste--October 2010
Today was the 104th Anniversary of the Dedication of St. Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh. Don directed the music, Ken provided the bulk of the organ music (save the postlude, which was played by Don), and we sang:
For Builders Bold,
Kyrie (from Messe Solenelle, Louis Vierne)
Gloria (from Messe Solenelle, Louis Vierne)
Psalm 122 (Murray/Gelineau)
Gospel Acclamations (J. Berthier; R. Proulx)
Preparation of the Gifts: Locust Iste (A. Bruckner)
Agnus Dei--Chant
Communion:
Agnus Dei (from Messe Solenelle, Louis Vierne)
Church of God (S. Daly)
Ave Verum (Charles Gounoud)
Recessional hynm:
Holy God, We Praise Thy Name
Labels: anniversary, Birthday, Church, St. Paul Cathedral
Visiting Betty, Jess's Housewarming
Yesterday I met up with Regina and Jennifer H to drive us to Betty's. She was in good spirits and looked great for someone who is in her situation.
We headed to Jess's housewarming open house. Awesome party! Tasty homemade food.
Labels: Choir, dine, friends
"Good Son of God"
Thursday morning's Tribune Review headlines were about former Pittsburgh-native and former Pittsburgh diocese Bishop Donald Wuerl. "Good Son of God" the large headline read next to his current photo. He has been named as an archbishop, and now a Cardinal. They had interviewed Wuerl, our current bishop David Zubik, and also Dad (as he exited from morning Mass Wednesday). They chose part of Dad's quote as the headline.
Labels: American history, Church, diocese of Pittsburgh, family, Pittsburgh, Wuerl, Zubik
October 2010
This week I picked up a drycleaning "re-do (Wednesday)," heard Carlos Cortes, professor emeritus at University of California, Riverside, present his one-man play, bring Mom to get her flu shot (Tuesday), go on the Nationality Rooms Tour led by Sarah P. (Wednesday), return to choir practice after a week hiatus due to laryngitis, and we were full-blown back into lab (with enzymes).
Beatrice's Birthday
Today is Beata's birthday. We were planning on a scavenger hunt at the art museum, but she is feeling sick with a cold.
Labels: Beatrice, Birthday, Carnegie, health, museum, niece and nephew
Watch Battery
Stopped in yesterday to get a new watch battery. Alice checked the man's watch for problems (none), and put a new battery in the Timex. She stressed not to go swimming with the watches.
Labels: jewelry
Communications, Dry Cleaner
Thursday I dropped off some dry cleaning and I took care of some communications. I stopped in the jewelry shop to get a new watch battery...but the person I wanted to talk to was not present. I was told to return tomorrow.
Labels: jewelry, laundry
Sharing Writing
Today I shared some of my recent writings with two of my friends.
Took a nap in the afternoon.
Labels: friends, sleep, writing
Tuesday--Lector at Mass
Today I lectored for a morning Mass. John served, Ken was music ministry, Father Breier celebrated the Mass, and Sally D. was the Eucharistic minister. <~48> The theme for the readings was Faith working through Love. We sang Ode to Joy as the recessional hymn.
Labels: lector, Mass
Sunday--Celebrate Mom's Birthday with William's family
After singing with the choir at noon Mass on Sunday, we drove to pick up William and to go to Fox Chapel for dim sum. (Traffic was horrendous going there and back, so) we met Marissa and the children at Millvale to check their car and to redirect our meal efforts.
We ended up at Pusadee's Garden (formerly La Filipiniana), which had remodeled their side yard to include two decks. It was a real treat, and William and I enjoyed the sauce on the tilapia dish.
A two-and-a-half-hour nap ensued upon arrival at home.
Labels: automobile, Birthday, dining, family, international culture, sleep
Friday--Five Guys in Fox Chapel
So, Friday lunch was meeting Marissa and Beatrice and Solomon to travel and meet Les and Cherie at Five Guys in Fox Chapel. We enjoyed burgers and fries before going to get orange juice ("so Lolo will have his orange juice when he arrives," I explained to Beatrice..."will you help me select orange juice for Lolo?") and other supplies at the superstore at the Waterworks Mall.
Labels: dine, dining, shopping
Wellesley Day to Make a Difference, Frick Estate
Yesterday I volunteered with the Pittsburgh Wellesley Club at GlobaLinks for our annual Day to Make a Difference. It was good to see Kelly U. and the rest of the gang. I sorted with Beth, we had a great system. Maureen met up with me there. We all did sorting, inventory, and packing of orthopedic (post-op) supplies.
Maureen and I then drove (separately) to the Frick Estate, where we met up with Marissa, Beatrice, Solomon; and with Les and Cherie for RADday (Regional Asset District Day). We enjoyed a picnic lunch, a walk in the garden, and then Maureen and I took a tour of the first floor of the house. We joined Les on the rocking chairs on the porch of the children's playhouse---currently the gift shop---whilst we chomped on our popcorn.
I came home for some grading and a nap before heading to the crepes party last night.
Labels: dine, family-Marissa, friends, museum, Pittsburgh, volunteering, Wellesley
Crepes Night
It was crepes night at Nick, Kyle, Franco, and Erin's place tonight, with all of us enjoying homemade savory and sweet crepes in front of the big screen FIOS television whilst it broadcast (time-delayed) the Penguins' maiden game at the new Consol Energy Center. I asked Rosemary about her ring, congratulated her and Keith, and we all heard John Williams play the glockenspiel "La Valse d'Amelie."
What a great evening ("it would be better if the Pens won," according to Jen P).
Mom and Dad home from a NON-service vacation
Mom and Dad returned last night from a NON-service vacation. I picked them up at the airport about 24 hours ago.
Noon Mass
My work ended early today (about 20 minutes before the scheduled time), so I attended noon Mass at St. Paul Cathedral. I saw Nancy and Tom Mc, and I admitted my feeling "dancing" great---it's like getting a new [lease on] life: There's no pain, it's like you're young again, and you see your friends!
At the Bishop Winter room ("Hello? Hello?" I called out, until a door opened, below...) this evening I met Todd and a group of young adults for study of this coming Sunday's Scripture readings. I sat ("Is anyone sitting here?" "No." "Now someone is!!") next to Steve and Hilary during the meeting.
Went home to eat mixed veggies and gyoza. Called my Left Coast friend, Grace. If I can't say, "Life is good," at least I can say, "Life Is."
Friday's Art Crawl
Friday afternoon Charles and I met up with Susan downtown for my first experience at Art Crawl. We noted the skywriting, as well as the photos of skywriting in the gallery that had much silkscreened art. We tried the apple-almond paste tarts at the culinary school down the street, and experienced the gallery installation by the Carnegie Mellon University students.
Then, we headed to Wax on Ellsworth Avenue to Susan's friend's jewelry opening. She makes sturdy, artistic, whimsical whistle pendants. We all enjoyed chatting for a while, and then departed for our respective homes.
Labels: art, Carnegie, dining, friends, jewelry, school
Truth on Tap, October 2010; Lunch with Beata & Solomon
Karina (exhausted) invited me to Truth on Tap, then took a long nap (she didn't wake up, my tired friend).
We talked about Conscience with Frs. Steven and Joshua. I brought up the "Jiminy Cricket" conscience model. "And always let your conscience be your guide."
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Today after singing at noon Mass with the choir, I went to have lunch, cookies and milk, popcorn, and fun with Beata, Solomon, and Marissa. A Sunday afternoon nap ensued. Nana and Papa will arrive late tonight. Maureen and I met for a snack ~16.30 at Whole Foods.
Labels: Beatrice, Faith, family-Marissa, friends, niece and nephew, sleep, snacks
Morning Mass, the Living Church
I attended First Friday Mass this morning (celebrated by Fr. Jacques from South Africa, with John serving, Matt H. lectoring, and Ken playing the portative organ). Before Mass I had left a message for Fr. Breier that there are two plants growing near one of the statues on the front facade of the Cathedral building (next to a statue missing a right hand and part of an arm). Even though some of the stone artwork is missing, the plants signify to me the Living Church---the living stones of the Church (as Peter wrote in the Gospel). I will take a photo and then visit with Father Breier this morning.
Labels: biology, Church, Faith, Mass
