Bittersweet Beginnings: The Journey into Carmel

This chapter explores the emotional farewell between the narrator and their family as they embark on a life dedicated to spiritual devotion in the Carmel community. It highlights the initial struggles and suffering faced during this transition, contrasted with the profound inner peace and joy that arises from commitment to prayer and sacrifice. Through personal reflections and experiences, the narrator reveals the transformative power of grace and divine guidance in their cloistered life.