It sounded like passing trollies and fado music.
It felt sacred. Especially in Fatima, where it is believed by many that Mary appeared to three small shepherd children. We even got to see the homes where these kids lived.
It smelled like burning prayer candles and ocean breezes.
It looked like a place proud of its heritage and committed to holding onto its ancient roots.
You wanna know a fun fact about Lisbon? You do? Okay.
It was spared in World War II. It was not even scratched by a bomb. Around 1950 or so, the Catholic Bishops wanted to find a way to thank God for this fortune. So, they did what Lisboners seem to do best. They erected a statue. Apparently, one of the bishops saw the Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) down in Brazil and decided he really liked it, so they made a copy.
Enjoy your day!
I think this may be my favorite set of photos you've taken yet. Wow, Lisbon is gorgeous. Are you guys actually working jobs or just traveling and getting paid by a magazine or something? :) Either way, I am so jealous. What an amazing experience for your entire family.
ReplyDeleteI saw the Cristo Redentor while bingin' Lisbon while you were there, but did not read the info. I took for grantet that Brazil got the idea from Lisbon. Thanks for pointing out that it was the other way around. Has your friend, Rob viewed all the photos that you've taken in Europe? Love&MissYou, Dad
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