Balkans 15

 Split, To the Shore

Still in the drizzle, we went to the seashore, all paved and civilized. The goal was to find out how to use the ferry for an island trip the next day. Mission accomplished. 

Then we took a drive along the coast and watched the sun set over the sea. 

Pentecost Blooms

 And Brunch

After our walk, we had an invitation to a beautiful garden brunch with flowers blooming everywhere.

Albis Walk

 On Pentecost

A very hot and sunny day. “Everybody” was out walking.

The watch tower for grand views.

Lake Zurich

Balkan 14

 In Split, Diocletian’s Palace 

The narrow passages lead to a very ancient church, with a courtyard.

And beautiful bronze doors. 

The interior is round 

The pulpit 

The altar arrayed for Lent

The small organ 

A side chapel

Outside are Egyptian Sphinxes. There used to be about 13: but most were smashed as belonging to non-Christian religions. These survived. 

Then the rain resumed with some vigor, so we stopped for hot soup. 

Next, to the shore. 

Do We Like Flowers?

 Yes, We Do!

From Mother’s Day from my children

At church yesterday. 

Happy Mothers Day

 To All the Mothers Here

Some of us here - after church, a grill dinner, and a walk to hear a marching band - had Ladies Craft prepared and arranged by granddaughter and her daddy. Heart-shaped wood slices, from recently removed trees were the core item.