Italian mass at the Basillica. It’s amazing how Faith is not bound by language. A view of the relics of Bernadette and a small prayer.Blessing our trinkets with trickles from the grotto.Candles as love offerings. I’ll never understand how gestures like this can soothe ones soul, but I can guarantee you that they work. Srilankan Lunch. A […]

Rolling French hills, a bit of mist to give them mystery and fresh, pure spring air. The perfect setting for our pilgrimage! Excited steps leading us downhill to the hotel. The thought of going uphill on the last day wasn’t going to dampen the mood. The sanctuary and the joy our approaching steps brought.The sun showing up […]

Adventure time… A trip to Lourdes, but a slow, lowkey one. And how better to start it than with crosswords!  Teaching photo hacks and seeing them work in the now! Wow …. just a little angle can make such a huge difference.  Scenes of Barcelona. Gorgeous weather, full tummies and a seller who spoke to […]