“Isn’t that a lovely day?”
I greet a blank stranger
as we emerge together
from morning Mass
at Derryvolgie.
Then, just as the stranger
smiles her agreement
raindrops start to fall.
We both look up and see a sky
full of dark rain clouds.
We laugh, shake our heads
and go our separate ways.

And yet, despite the rain,
this continues to feel
like a lovely day.

My day began well –
my dentist managed to painlessly fix
my chipped tooth
(without an appointment!)
And to my delight
this was all accomplished
just in time for me to attend
morning Mass.

But the icing on the cake this morning
has to have been
the Primary Threes from St Bride’s
who attended morning Mass
and delighted the congregation
by singing beautifully,
answering Fr Edward’s questions
enthusiastically
and by participating in the Mass
so reverently.
Their presence
enhanced the celebration of the Mass
for everyone
and most of us left the chapel
with a smile on our faces.

So, yes, it’s cold, grey and rainy
and I’m on my way now
to start a busy day at work
but in my heart
I can’t help feeling
that this really is
a lovely day!

© Claire Murray, 4/2/16