Mater held such a prominent place in our lives at Villa Duchesne. I remember all the curtseying we did. And the wonderful May flowers we brought! All the intentions we placed in her lap! And especially the lily Procession on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception when we placed our lilies on Mater's altar with the prayer, "Oh Mary, I give thee the Lily of my heart. Be thou its guardian forever!" And that will be etched forever in my mind!
Ann Bardenheier Dames, Associate
