Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Like a second mother to me. That's how it was when I was in high school, when I arrived like clockwork every day, in time for supper at the Franchi home. Now that I have children of my own, I am often annoyed by a bunch of my kids' friends arriving just when we are about to eat—yet never did Louise or husband Joe ever seem annoyed or "put out" by me doing the same, way back then. Louise was so professional, by my lights, that she stayed "dressed for success" and clicked around on her high heels while she cooked dinner, then faithfully said her Rosary while seated on the top step of the stairs, in her beautiful home, with a full view of what we kids were up to (usually TV) during her personal time in prayer. I will always remember Louise, and I am glad I knew this admirable, wonderful lady. I know she will be happily received in Heaven, by her husband and siblings too, as well as the Holy Family Themselves. Rest in Peace, second Mom!!
