Service to others is what the season is all about.

I need not look too far to find a good example on how to live one's life for the betterment others.

 

A lady who knows how to live life to the fullest retired today (many years after the age norm) from the parochial school where she had worked for some time.

 The very same school that two of her children, eight of her grandchildren and one great-grandchild had attended.

{That alone is pretty special}

She was the schools honorary grandmother to all and prolific story teller to keep everyone entertained.

The entire school and parish community truly love her.

She was honored with  blessings from the Friars,

 the St. Francis of Assisi medal for Service from the Providence

 

kind words from her colleagues

and lots of hugs from the children.

 

 

My mother deserved it all.

Knowing her zest for anything fun, it's going to be quite interesting to see what comes next!