I think you've got your dates wrong for the Elevation of the Cross. Sept 13 is a Monday. Maybe you are elevated too high and are getting altitude sickness.

Christa and I are just getting back from vacation that day.

You say that Bernard wrote back to you. What did you write to him? I'd be interested in hearing about the gist of your conversation.

DInner last night: Veal sauteed with fresh sage in a Merlot shallot sauce
Green beans sauteed with garlic and oregano