How is week 1 going?

I had an intersting talk with a young lady yesterday who was a bit overwhelmed by the readings this week.  She said she thought she was living a good life until she started reading this book.  We talked about living the standards of the world vs living the stardards set by the Gospel and our deeper love for the Lord. This chapter is really calling us to live our faith 100%. It is challenging but please don't give up.  This week we are examining our lives. As we continue the preparation we will be given more tools for the journey.  Take advantage of what each week of this preparation has to offer.  Hang in there and let us know how you are doing... Remember you are journeying with Jesus and Mary and with people from New York to Cedar Rapids.  May Mary wrap you in her mantle and intercede for you as you grow in holiness.