Mornings With Mary
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watches over us as we pass
hoping for a glance
This is the National Shrine Grotto of Lourdes high over Mount St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg, PA. We pass her when we visit Washington DC. She's not easily visible except for a moment when I can crane my neck. Will have to make plans just to visit her and all the other statues and art in the Grotto.
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you know,
ReplyDeleteit is in the moments that we pause, that we crane our neck to see more clearly, when we make that sweet effort to see;
that life is caped in gold.
gorgeous touching haiku with a reminder taken straight to my heart.
Rebecca, everything you write is so beautifully poetic including your comments. I would love such a gift to give to others as you do ♥
DeleteMaggie, my beloved detoured for me in 2005 to see the shrine. It is exceptional, well worth the trip. We were heading home from Gettysburg when he saw the sign on the highway. So don't just crane your neck for go for the full impact, you'll be glad you did!
ReplyDeletesweet heartfelt haiku!
Yes, Nonnie! After writing this spoke to hubby. When it's cooler, we can drive down any day. We're both retired...more or less. The chapel sounds wonderful. Glad you got to see it!
DeleteTo capture gold Mary glinting in the sun would be a treat for any photographer, to get close and personal for all the little details would be fabulous!x
ReplyDeleteI love the first photo that you posted; poignant.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful statue. Wish I could see it, but I will happily await your post when you go, then I can see it thru your eyes. Lovely haiku.
ReplyDeletePlease be sure to share pictures of all the statues etc when you visit. I have visited the States once and was amazed at the number of shrines you have - here in sunny South Africa we have very very few!! So visit on my behalf as well :D
ReplyDeleteI will visit for all of us and take lots of pictures although hubby takes the best photos...when it's in the 70s would be nice. This heat is too oppressive to even be outside.
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