Today we are taking our daughter, Rosie, to the convent. It is bittersweet. It will be one of the hardest things I have done and the goodbyes will be tough for Rosie….
I also go in for tests tomorrow as I have been having some health issues. Hopefully all is well.
So, I am going to take a little time…it may only be a couple days, I am not sure. I wanted to give you a heads-up as my posts usually are quite regular.
In your charity, please keep us in your prayers…. It is much appreciated.

Beautiful bouquet for Rosie. We’ll bring it to the convent for the nuns to enjoy.

Last night a lot of the family came over, a few friends, too. The family will be at the convent today to take part in Mass, have a lunch, and say goodbye…

Saying our last day of 3 special novenas…
Hi Leanne,
my prayers are with you….it was hard yet I promise there is also joy…,it was better-sweet when we had to say goodbye to our daughter who also entered a convent in the US, and we are in Australia…..
Bitter-sweet yes, but you will reap blessings galore! I will pray for your health too….may your results be free of harm.
God bless you all as you farewell your precious child, and may your heart rejoice that your son-in-law to be will The Perfect One !!!! 🙂
Thank you so much, Annamaria. Your words are like a balm… 😊💕
What joy to know your daughter’s body, mind, and soul are in the King’s custody, to be cherished forever!
Thank you, Alexandra.
Prayers for you, Leane, for Rosie, and for your whole family.
God’s guiding hand be with you today,
As you go to give your daughter away
To He Who made the whole world, yes,
Will He not return to you His best?
And when today is done and tomorrow is come,
Remember the words of Our Lady and Lord:
“Am I not here, I who am your Mother?”, and,
“Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
Precious. Thank you Laura! 💕😊
How beautiful! I will keep you all in my prayers at my Holy Hour this week.
I remember the day we dropped my sister off at a cloistered convent. It was so beautiful to see her great joy at finding the place where God wanted her to be. It is such a wonderful calling!
Yes it is. Thank you Samantha! 🧡
I can only imagine the bittersweet struggle, as her momma, you are having. I will lift you both up to our Lord and His Momma Mary. Bless you both.
Thank you Kathy! 💕
I wish you both peace, and joy for doing what Our Lord desires. His Will is not always easy, but it is perfect. Thank you for showing such confidence and williness to do what He desires. We will keep you in our prayers and hope you feel better too! May Our Lady keep you close to her heart during this time!
Thank you so much Mary! 💕
You are all in our prayers. The first part is bitter, but sweetness does follow! There are so many consolations for the parents of a sister. God bless you all!
Thank you Cheryl. You are an inspiration. God bless you for your own sacrifices! 😘
It has been sweet watching your family grow and sharing in its joys and sufferings via the internet. Our desire is for God’s will, which sometimes is bitter but oh so sweet. May Our Lady continue to watch over and guide you all.
Thank you Janice. 💕
Praying for all!!
Thank you Jennifer. ❤️
Many prayers! It will certainly be hard to leave her, but just wait until you receive that first letter! That will be one of the most joyous occasions of your life!
I’m looking forward to it!
We are praying for you all, especially in these next few days. It has been a joy and encouragement to get glimpses into your family via this blog and it is an honor to be able to lift you all up in prayer. We will include your family and your health in our Rosary intentions each day.
Thank you so much Tammy! 💝
Congratulations Rosie. Thank you. Blessings to you and keep all of us in prayer. Prayers for your family durning this beautiful but difficult time. Also prayers for you Leane. Your family is dear to my heart.
Thank you Pat. 💖😊
Oh, I am so happy for you! After reading all of the beautiful wishes from your readers, I have tears in my eyes. There is nothing else that can be said. Thank you very much and may God continue and bless your family. My prayer to you for your health. – Danielle
Thank you Danielle! Each and every prayer means so much! 😊💕
How blessed you are. My sister is a cloistered carmelite nun. Our family has been blessed with her powerful prayers, advice and wisdom- but mostly her miraculous prayers! You are so very blessed.
Thank you for your encouragement! 💕
Prayers!
Dear Leane, I hold you ,Rosie and your entire family in my heart and in my prayers. You and your family are so very special and you all touch so many lives and bless us everyday! Our beautiful Mother Mary will keep you close. All of your intentions are in my rosary this night ! God Bless you Leane and Rosie and all your wonderful family I pray all will go well for your tests tomorrow I will make a Holy Hour for you in the morning!
Thank you so much, Bonnie! 🙏🏻💕
You are all in my prayers
Thank you Anne! 💗
I am praying today’s Divine Mercy Chaplet for your intentions and Rosie’s. May our Blessed Mother and St. Benedict watch over you all.
Love and prayers!
Prayers lifted up for you, Rosie and the family during this bittersweet time, and for your health Leane as well.
Thank you Sandy. 💞
Leane, I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts for good test results. Rose is a special young lady and I will include her and her family in my prayers, thoughts and Rosaries .
Thank you so much Marilyn. ❤️
I love following your family along. I’ve been thinking a lot about Rosie the past few days. What a beautiful vocation. Keeping you all in my prayers. +
Prayers for Rosie and all the family. Thank you, Leanne, for sharing your faith and family with us. It has been a blessing.
Congratulations to Rosie. I hope oneday it will be My Turn💗❤
Praying for you! We brought our daughter to the convent February 2, 2014 and I know how hard it is for a mothers heart. Beautiful but hard. I will keep you in my prayers