So today I dropped the "n" from "nSJ" and I've become officially "Ryan G. Duns, SJ". Today's ceremony was beautiful and I hope to post pictures of it on here very soon...just like I still want to post pictures from my trip to Cuzco!
The best part of the weekend was being able to spend time with those who are so important to me. Anne Hall came in after doing a feis and my friend Greg drove in after a wedding in Buffalo; Jeff and Nick came in from Cleveland and scores of family members made their way in to Detroit. The love and support I experienced these last two days is really only an indication of what a wonderful group of people I have in my life and, in no small way, the vows I pledged today will incarnate themselves in ways highly contoured and nuanced due to their influences.
Of special note: The SMMSJ (Society of Mothers of Members of the Society of Jesus) was particularly active - from Mother Nancy Loren I received an AUTOGRAPHED copy of Giada DeLaurentis' new book. I'm so excited! And from Mother Loretta MarquardI received a very fine trinket box with a wooden cross inset on the cover along with an engraved medal of St Ignatius. Mother Michele Duns, I'm sure, is working on embroidering something or another or trying to find individualized kegs for each of us.
I'm exhausted. In fact, given my normally cheery disposition it may be hard to believe but my face actually hurts from smiling so much today - yes, that many pictures were taken!
Grace and peace be with all of you. On to Fordham!!
4 comments:
Abba,
It was also a special day for those of us who were unable to be with you, but indeed share in your joy on this occasion. I continue to pray for blessings to you and all you might encounter in your service.
As you now contiue to move forward in your formation, I'm honored to have had a small part--likely a VERY SMALL PART--in some of the preceding chapters of your journey. I look forward to turnig the page along with you and continuing to find myself amongst the characters. A small role for sure, but I'm content...and quite proud.
Best wishes. Enyak
Congrats to you. And prayers.
My thoughts and prayers were with you - enjoy the adventure!
Janet
Congratulations and prayers.
Best,
Michaelk
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