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Rome, the Eternal City, September 13, 2013

Bernini’s altarpiece, and his “Dove” alabaster window in St. Peter’s Basilica, Rome. Guess the eternal city is a good description for the day, because we spent a sizable chunk of it seeing the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica. The … Continue reading

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The Pope, St. Peter’s, and the Pantheon, September 11, 2013

Pope Francis on Jumbotron, September 11, 2013. Many thousands of people want to see the Pope. Many thousands want to visit St. Peter’s. Pilgrims we all may be, but the journey is not for those with little patience, Speaking only … Continue reading

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