Dominus D.

Of all the world's religions, Christian Science appeals most to my sister. After all, followers believe God's will determines whether and when they fall ill or die. I think D. worries about a power out there higher than herself, but likes the assurance that He wants her to be alive -- forever.

She permitted a few Christian Scientists to live freely (not for free, mind you) in the building, hoping that maybe they'd put in a good word for her. They came and left as they wished -- until this weekend, when they found out she had a sister whom she heavily medicated. They left for good, I think. She's pretty upset.

Maybe it's the $1500 that won't be there for her next month, or maybe -- just maybe, Momma D. doesn't like to see her children leave the nest.