Welcome to FR, Patty!! I am new to Patrick Madrid's blog and have enjoyed your posts there. When I followed his link to your personal story, I was so moved, that I had to share it with the other catholics in this forum. As I posted earlier in this thread, cradle catholics sometimes need a reminder of what they inherited through their own baptism, especially in times such as these.
If you lurk in the Religion Forum long enough, you will come to recognize the various religious leanings of my fellow freepers, by their posts. They run the gamut, even amongst the catholics. We sometimes pull out the gloves but have great respect for each other.
Have you appeared on Journey Home? It is my absolutely, most favorite program. Last year, I caught James Akin's interview with Marcus Grodi. It moved me to tears, as did Marty Barrack's. Your faith journey is truly inspiring. May God continue to bless you and your family.