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Member Since: November 2008 Posts: 5,960 Send Message	Elizabethofseasons	Report	17 Feb 2010 12:34
	Dear All Hello Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent and occurs forty-six days (forty days not counting Sundays) before Easter. Ash Wednesday derives its name from the practice of placing ashes on the foreheads of adherents as a sign of repentance. The ashes used are typically gathered after the Palm Crosses from the previous year's Palm Sunday are burned. Churches used to stay open on this day for quiet reflection. If you are going to a service today, travel safely. Take care Very best wishes xx
Member Since: December 2003 Posts: 20,100 Send Message	Cynthia	Report	17 Feb 2010 12:40
	Went to church this morning. Quite a few there and there is another service tonight for those who may be busy during the day. Very peaceful and reflective. Thanks for the thread Elizabeth. Cx.
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Member Since: February 2004 Posts: 570 Send Message	Leni	Report	17 Feb 2010 14:37
	yes I went to church as well. quite a few in there as well. As you say Cynthia it is a time for self examination and reflection. Thank you Elizabeth for the thread.
Member Since: November 2008 Posts: 5,960 Send Message	Elizabethofseasons	Report	17 Feb 2010 18:55
	Little nudge please Thank you xx