Consecration.

This past weekend I consecrated myself to Mary.  Has it made me perfect? Has it made me more virtuous? Not noticeably. I've stressed over finals, stressed over myself and my bad habits and I have fallen again and again. But I have felt a more tangible relationship to my Mother and security in running to her. She's been gently pushing me to go to adoration more and call on her Son in times of great stress.
My Mother, my guide, my protectress, I give myself totally and completely to you and your Son.