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Before the mystery
It was very hot on the day we visited the missions and the cool shadows inside the church were a welcome change. We were there on Sunday, and mass was about to start (because even after all these centuries, the mission is still an active parish). So instead of going into the sanctuary, which would have been intrusive, I composed-and-waited (lessons provided by Sam Abell earlier this year) until the foyer was empty of people but full of objects and shadows and light. I think it was worth the wait.
Mission San José
San Antonio, Texas
photographed 9.6.2015
Friar, in contemplation
My Patient Spouse found this shot for me. Which is probably why it has a person in it: I would have waited until the room was vacant to make the shot.
And later on, this happened: the friar from this photo, plus another one, and a “civilian” man were taking turns taking each other’s photos when my Patient Spouse stepped up and took a some group shots with their various cameras. That’s actually sort of creepy, now that I’ve written it down, so I want to go on record that we don’t make a habit of stalking people. Really.
Mission San José
San Antonio, Texas
photographed 9.6.2015
Product Placement
I couldn’t stay in Nova Scotia forever, although I did sort of want to. (Until winter arrived – then I’d have to leave.)
So, here I am back in Texas, where winter is a long way from its arrival. In fact, it was so hot in Menard the other day that I actually skipped looking behind every single building in town. That’s just not like me at all.
But I was out long enough to spot this excellent, and helpful, sign.
Menard, Texas
photographed 9.7.2015
What the window saw
The window had a better view of the clouds and the trees than I did.
St. Gregory’s Catholic Church
Liverpool, Nova Scotia
photographed 8.2.2015
Blueberry Night
It was a full moon night, but the sky was dark enough before moon rise.
(Also, on a side note, if you should be in the area, I can highly recommend a stay at this inn. The room was comfortable, the hosts were accommodating, and the location was excellent.)
Blueberry Bay Seaside Inn
near West Berlin, Nova Scotia
photographed 8.1.2015
