Broken Things
A few weeks ago one of our Sisters fell and broke her wrist. (She is now well on the way to healing, thank God). In the aftermath of the accident, the usual procedure was followed: first aid, transport to hospital, x-ray and diagnosis, resetting the injured bone, and wrapping in a protective cast to promote full healing. But that was only the beginning, and since then Sister has been receiving lots of TLC and assistance with various needs that are difficult to do “one handed” and we are all happy to aid her recovery in whatever way we can. Isn’t it true that when a family member or friend has such an accident, it brings out the best in us? These days the daily news is reporting on the inquiry into the 1998 Omagh bombing which killed 29 people plus unborn twins. Many more were left maimed and scarred for life, not only physically but emotionally and mentally. This opportunity for them to tell their story may help to bring some healing of wounds carried for decades. Often we do...