Sunday was the 12th anniversary of my entry into the Orthodox Church (and a shout out to Philippa and to a lovely couple in my parish who share the same Chrismation Anniversary, Many Years).

I was honored and humbled that the way that I got to celebrate this anniversary was by being the Godmother to a lovely woman in my parish, Sarah. I had enjoyed first meeting her during her catechumenate , and after she asked me to be her sponsor, we had a fabulous lunch together where we discovered we have a lot in common. I look forward to getting to know her better and to worshipping together for many years. I also enjoyed getting to meet and worship with her family, and the X-man was kind enough to take photos of the ceremony (although he was out of the church by the time a dear friend took this great one of the two of us)

Afterwards, the parish Babushka was congratulating her and reminded her that I am her mother in the church. It was a moment of clarity for me it made me really think about it – how it is a big responsibility (and I pray that I am up to the task for both Sarah and Mary ). Pray for me, and for my lovely goddaughters.

Many Years, Sarah! Thank you.