Weekend Coffee Share is a time for us to take a break out of our lives and enjoy some timely catching up with friends (old and new)! If we were having coffee, I’d tell you about the talk i heard last night. My neighbor, Art Muir gave a talk about his Everest climb. At 75, Art’s the oldest American to reach the summit. He started mountain climbing at age 68 and has climbed several other high mountains. He first attempted Everest in 2019, but was injured and had to turn back. This time he made it. His photos ad videos were stunning. His narrative was witty, humble and fascinating. I did discover another glorious church with stunning architecture, St. Gregory the Great. Built in 1924, the current building exemplifies the influence of Medieval Gothic (aka English Gothic). It’s a gem with a dedicated, albeit small, multicultural community. St Gregory the Great, 5545 N. Paulina, Chicago I’m delighted that people have recommended more special churches to visit. This week I found...
I believe some immigrants would be caught in barbed wire when crossing some borders. Interesting that the artist painted the mural in his own house. Thanks for participating in Monday Murals :)
ReplyDeleteYes, I think that's true. Many people have offered to buy this home, but he's set on keeping it. It's in a neighborhood full of murals.
DeleteWhen Gulliver washed up on the shore in Lilliputa, the Lilliputians (who were just a few inches tall) tied him up so he couldn’t move. I think that associating this with immigrants fleeing bad situations in today’s world is a very intriguing idea!
ReplyDeletebest… mae at maefood.blogspot.com