3/31 Church last night was amazing. 2 hours long that started with allmof us going back outside, where they started a campfire to light the Easter candle. We bought a little candle for the mass from a blind lady and she knew exactly what coin you were giving her.They had a table of snacks out front too. Once the candles were lit, we all went back into the church. Somehow listening to a mass in another language makes it seem almost magical eventhough for the most part you know what they are suppose to be saying. The priest did his reading and talking (other than the homily) in a chanting voice and used the pulpit high up. His robe was exquisite and all 16 altar boys (no girls allowed) wore very ornate robes. The nuns were in the old black and white full habits. The entire service was much more ceremonial than ours back home. The church itself had 40 to 50 ft. ceilings with a wooden floor and benches. The kneelers were padded, which is very unusual. The walls were rounded stones. Absolutely beautiful.
After church we went to a cafe, meant more for tourists and treated ourselves to a piece of elderberry cheesecake and a black forest cake with a good cup of coffee and tea. What a treat.
So, T is off to buy our supply of water and then we will be off.
Back on line Friday evening.
Adios!