Ash Wednesday in St. Patrick's Cathedral

Believe it or not, this was the fastest I've ever been in and out of a church for Ash Wednesday. It was SO efficient. I've never celebrated anything there until today.

I took the 6 train from 23rd St to the 51st street stop and just walked uphill to Madison Ave! I used to think that it would be very complex to head over to the big cathedral for mass, but really? People shouldn't be intimidated, especially if its for a religious obligation! Remember - its YOUR church no matter where you are! People in Paris can't say its OUR Notre Dame, because its not. Its something we all share.

Now to the painful reality - FASTING! I tried doing the two snacks and one major meal but I couldn't last. I know its all about giving up our comfort for a purpose, a greater purpose, but I actually started to feel SICK and nauseous