There and Back Again

Pondering: Everybody likes to go their own way–to choose their own time and manner of devotion. (Jane Austen)

One of our many stops today was St. Colman’s Cathedral in Cobh, Co. Cork, Ireland. My sister and I went inside the cathedral to have a look at the altar, the windows and the overall architecture. I stayed behind for a bit while Myra braved the rain outside to take pictures of the village. Once alone, I got so overwhelmed by the solemnity and calmness of the church. I shed a tear and I don’t know why. I think I was just thankful for the blessings, the chance to enjoy such a wonderful country, such a wonderful place. I think I cried because I was just happy to be living in that very moment.

When I got outside the heavens opened up and it poured buckets. After a few minutes, the sun shone and if not for the wet grounds, it was as if it never rained.