Moments of Grace

She walked down the road dressed Nicely in pink Her hat was twisted slightly to the side Slippers on her feet She walked smiling and waving to people as she passed by Soon she came to the church steps She looked surprised to see it closed. Father Patrick happened to came around the side from the rectory. She smiled happily at him and said, “Time for Mass” He smiled at her gently and took her hand, “Why, Hello Mrs. Dawson. Wrong Day Let me take you home.” He helped her in his car and drove her home to where she lived with her son and his wife. They had just discovered she was missing and had just called the police. It was a small town and everyone knew each other Mike thanked the priest profusely as His mom climbed out of the car. She smiled and walked up the walk way to the door “What’s for breakfast?” she asked As she walked inside. excerpt from 'my parent's illness'