Palm Sunday

Not even the 3 hour delay caused by day light saving and time changes could abort my intentions to travel to Assisi today. I knew that before I left Italy I wanted to experience what has now become a spiritual tradition, so when I missed the 0805am train to Assisi, I took my sleep deprived body to an early morning breakfast in the historical centre of Florence and then celebrated Palm Sunday at Il Duomo.

Palm Sunday, Il Duomo Firenze.

I am devoted to San Francesco and since 2007 I have travelled to Assisi many times to reflect, pray and give thanks. Each visit is different. This year I thankful for many many blessings and I am praying to remain open hearted, for the courage to continue pursuing my dreams and for my family and friends. I took these intentions and prayers to the Church of Santa Chiara and the Basilica di San Francesco. As always, I walked calmly away and with tears in my eyes.

Basilica San Francesco, Assisi

View over AssisiVespa Piazza Santa Chiara

Basilica Santa Chiara

Tomb of San Francesco, Basilica San Francesco, Assisi