May has always been a special month for St. Anthony graduates. I recall when I began writing Petals from Roseland many years ago that my May column struck a chord. The column brought back food memories for many St .Anthony’s parishioners so I’m rerunning it here today.

I asked a few St Anthony’s girls for their memories of the May crowning and all these years later, the event still holds a special place in their hearts. Each recounted the lifelong impression the May Crowning had on them. They also mentioned how their memories have been triggered throughout the years by hearing the song, seeing a statue of the Blessed Mother, or simply being in church during the beautiful month of May.